Are there any more Quaddara (Persian broadsword) around?

[golok]

Apart from those found in museums scattered all over the globe, is the real Quaddara still being made in the Middle East?

I recently came across a picture of this fascinating sword. The design and specifications caught my interest.

It is double-edged and has a 28-3/4inch blade with gold figures and inscriptions. Bearing a striking resemblance to the Cossack kindjal, it is indeed a beautiful sword.

Anyone out there owns one?

 

[D7reamers]

where did you find the picture at?

 

[golok]

Found the picture in an encycopedia of armoury and weapons. Book is probably out of print. Bought it for a song, and what a song it was!

 

[logos]

Golok,
Check out ethnographic edged weapons resource
they have a lot of good links, as well as,Therion
arms.