Product description
The shashka is a sabre that was original used by the 12th and 13th century mountain tribes of the Caucasus. This weapon is a very fast and light cavalry weapon and for these reasons it was later on used by the Cossacks. The Shashka was used until the 19th century. During the last centuries these sabres have especially been used in the Balkan ragion between Austria and Turkey.
This shashka is completely handmade. It has a grip of oakwood and is 94,5 cm long. The blade is 80 cm long and the grip 14 cm, it weighs 790 grams.
Product details:
Length: 94.5 cm;
Blade length: 80 cm;
Grip length: 14 cm;
Weight: 790 g;
Steel type: 60CrMnA spring steel, hardness 56-58 HRC;
Edge: sharp;
Tang construction: Full tang construction;
Pommel: Screwed;
Grip wrapping: Leather, Wood, Brass;
Based on a historic original: Yes;
Transport weight (in gram): 3000 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
We do not sell this product to customers under the age of 18. Click here for more information on the European arms acts.
Tip: How to adjust the finish of your armour and weaponry
Luxurious (polished)- polish the steel with metal polish or toothpaste. You can even give the item a mirror-like polish. Test on a small surface first!
Handmade (matte)- soak the steel in cola for 40 minutes to 20 hours. Check regularly and treat with black sandpaper.
Antique (patinated) leave the steel to rust for some time in a damp environment, preferably outside. Remove the red layer of rust, to reveal the corroded top layer.
Please note. After finishing the product yourself, the warranty and return right expire. Celtic WebMerchant is not responsible for the obtained result.
We ask for a one-off age verification when purchasing sharp objects
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The parcel of this item will be labelled: “Warning, sharp content. Please only deliver to adults (18+).”
Packaged with 100% recycled material
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
