Pesh Kabz_Red_Sanders

Name/Title

Pesh Kabz_Red_Sanders

Entry/Object ID

19; Full Code: 19.16.4-DG-IM

Tags

Dagger, Pesh-Kabz

Description

This is a Modern Custom Pesh-Kabz, a contemporary high-performance build that adapts the traditional Indo-Persian armor-piercing architecture into a specialized recurved profile. This specimen is a masterclass in material selection, featuring a handle and sheath crafted from Red Sanders (Lal Chandan)—one of the most prized and dense hardwoods in India. It represents the "Modern Functional Art" tier of the Leviathan Collection. Core Components & Engineering The Blade (Recurved "Breacher" Geometry): Forged from modern high-carbon steel with a distinctive S-curve (recurve) profile. The Tip: Terminating in a hyper-thickened, reinforced point. In your professional framework of "Operational Certainty," this tip is an engineering safeguard. While a standard knife point might fold when striking high-density materials, this "Breacher" tip acts as a mechanical wedge, distributing the force of a strike into a concentrated, unyielding area. Fullering: Features a single deep fuller along the spine, which reduces mass to allow for rapid-response "Indexing" while maintaining structural rigidity. Hilt & Sheath (Red Sanders Architecture): Both the hilt scales and the scabbard are meticulously carved from Red Sanders. Material Significance: Red Sanders is renowned for its immense density, natural oils, and deep mahogany hue. Mechanically, it is virtually impervious to the environmental fluctuations of the Ahmedabad climate, providing a "Stable Input" for the grip. Silver/Steel Inlay: The wood is accented with fine wire or metal inlay work, providing a high-contrast aesthetic that aligns with your CHRO-level standard for curation. Ergonomics: The handle features a deep finger choil and a flared pommel. This ensures the hand remains locked in place during high-torque maneuvers

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Sahib Singh

Date made

circa 2013

Time Period

21st Century

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Region

North Western India

Culture/Tribe

Sikh, Mughal

Dimensions

Dimension Description

15"

Length

11 in

Material

Steel, Red Sanders

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Acquisition

Acquisition Method

Custom Made