Original WWI Imperial Russian Izhevsk Arsenal Marked M1907 "Bebut" Artillery Kindjal Short Sword with Scabbard

Original Item: Only One Available. A kindjal (translated from the Russian Кинжал) is a double-edged dagger often with a single off-set groove on each face of the blade. The shape of the weapon is similar to the ancient Greek Xiphos, the Roman Gladius, or the Scottish dirk; and has been used as a secondary weapon in Georgia and the Caucasus since ancient times.

This lovely Imperial Russian WWI Kindjal, known as the "Bebut" Artillery Model 1907, is a bit larger than the typical 19th Century example. Traditionally these were carried by the Cossacks, the South Russian Cavalry, these are wicked doubled edged daggers of very traditional style.

This example measures 23 ¼” in overall length, with a 17 1/4” blade that is in excellent condition. It is marked on the throat of the scabbard with the Bow and Arrow Stamp emblem of Izhevsk Arsenal. This particular example is not dated, which indicates that it may be very early in production.

The blade is in good condition, with the factory grinding marks still visible, with staining and oxidation across. It is also quite sharp, with only a few small edge nicks. It was produced before the outbreak of WWI, so it almost certainly saw service during the conflict. The grip is the standard leather-covered wood with brass fittings, secured with two large dome headed rivets, which is the traditional design. It looks like the brass fittings were welded back in place at one point. It still has the original factory brown finish retained very well, and shows little sign of use. The included brass fitted wooden scabbard is in good condition, without a belt frog, but the leather finish is heavily worn and broken up in places. 

A very desirable Russian Imperial military Kindjal for a serious collector of World War I or Russian edged weapons. Ready to display!

Specifications:
Overall length: 23 1/4”
Blade length: 17 1/4”
Blade Style: Curved "Kindjal" Double Edged
Scabbard length: 19”