Silapa Sword

1700s–1800s Overall: 92.7 cm (36 1/2 in.) Source image
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The exceptionally thin, curved blade is made of watered steel. The grooves, called fullers, allowed for weight reduction and prevented flexion. The costly hilt is fully overlaid with brass in steel, both inside and outside the knuckle.

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