Knives - Antique Knives, Collectible

This is an Indian Katar Dagger, the push-dagger of the Indian sub-continent. These were used to punch through light armor using the force of the arm and upper body.
Overall length is ~12-1/2"; blade length is ~6-7/8.
Fair overall condition.

This is an Indian Katar Dagger, the push-dagger of the Indian sub-continent. These were used to punch through light armor using the force of the arm and upper body.
Overall length is ~14"; blade length is ~7-3/4".
Fair overall condition.

This is an Indian Katar Dagger, the push-dagger of the Indian sub-continent. These were used to punch through light armor using the force of the arm and upper body.
Overall length is ~16"; blade length is ~9-1/2".
Fair overall condition.

This is an Indian Katar Dagger, the push-dagger of the Indian sub-continent. These were used to punch through light armor using the force of the arm and upper body.
Overall length is ~14-3/4"; blade length is ~8-5/8".
Fair overall condition.

This is an Indian Katar Dagger, the push-dagger of the Indian sub-continent. These were used to punch through light armor using the force of the arm and upper body.
Overall length is ~12-3/8"; blade length is ~6-7/8".
Fair overall condition.

Rare type of knife believed to originate in Kerala, India, located on the southwest shores of the Indian Ocean; very old. Grips appear to be bone. Recurved style of blade; T-backed in cross-section.
Overall length is ~11-3/8"; blade length is ~8". Width at ricasso is ~1-1/4". Very sharp!
Condition is about fair to good.
NOTE: No scabbard included with this dagger.