Pesh Kabza_Long_Twisted_Handle

Name/Title

Pesh Kabza_Long_Twisted_Handle

Entry/Object ID

316; Full Code: 316.78.64-DG-IM

Tags

Dagger

Description

This is a contemporary, custom-forged Pesh Kabaz, a high-performance reconstruction of the classic Indo-Persian armor-piercing dagger. While not an antique, it is built with a "Process reliant" focus on structural integrity and functional geometry, featuring an impressive 16-inch blade that pushes it into the category of a short sword or Khyber knife variant. The Blade: Measuring 16 inches, the blade is exceptionally long for the form. It maintains the traditional Pesh Kabaz profile: a straight spine and a recurved edge that tapers to a needle-sharp, reinforced point. It features a deep T-section spine—a critical engineering element that provides immense longitudinal rigidity, ensuring the blade will not bend or snap when encountering hard targets. Hilt: the hilt is a full-tang construction, fitted with contoured wooden grip scales featuring deep, diagonal ergonomic grooves for a secure, non-slip hold. The bolster is made of brushed steel, transitioning cleanly into the blade. Finish: The steel exhibits a clean, modern satin finish, highlighting the precision of the contemporary forging and grinding process. Scabbard: The weapon is housed in a custom-fitted wooden scabbard wrapped in black leather, accented with a pierced steel chape (tip) and a matching steel locket at the throat.

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Sahib Singh

Date made

circa 2021

Ethnography

Cultural Region

State/Province

Punjab

Culture/Tribe

Rajput, Mughal, Sikh

Dimensions

Dimension Description

24"

Length

19 in

Material

HCS

Acquisition

Acquisition Method

Purchase