Original 18th Century Indian Bhuj Fighting “Axe-Knife” with Wootz Steel Warhead & Hidden Pommel Spike Dagger - circa 1750 NATION and still has a complete

and still has a complete halyard sewn into the header

One of the most famous groups of early katar come from the Thanjavur Nayak kingdom (Formerly called Tanjore) of the 17th century

just around the neck with a large spring clip stitched on it

Very limited quantity

Original 18th Century Indian Bhuj Fighting “Axe-Knife” with Wootz Steel Warhead & Hidden Pommel Spike Dagger - circa 1750 NATION and still has a completeOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is a most unusual weapon, seldom encountered on the collectors market. This is known as a "BHUJ" and originated with the Gujarat and Sindh speaking regions in Western India. They were used by armored soldiers on horseback, and are quite formidable. Our example measures 37 1 2" in overall length, and has a heavy iron shaft, which gives it quite a bit of weight. This is topped with an extraordinary BOWIE bladed warhead