Circa 1400's The Jambiya is found in every country that has been inhabited by the Arabs, from Turkey to the Balkans, even in Spain. It is unsure how old this exotic knife type is. Our offering is of the form found in Persia and India and is worn at the stomach under a sash or belt. Beautiful solid hardwood grip with decorative rondels. Hardwood scabbard covered in thin black leather with nickel tip. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts and comes factory sharp. Overall: 14-3/8 Blade: 8-1/4 long, 2 wide, 3/16 thick Wt: 12 oz