WTS/T:Ethiopain Gile tribal knife
got this is trade several years ago--this below is what I was told it is
http://www.knifeforums.com/forums/showtopic.php?tid/943087/
The knife, called a gile or jile, is from Ethiopia (or neighboring Somailia or Eritrea). Its used by the nomadic Afar (Danakil) people. They are herdsmen of cattle, sheep and goats, in one of the most hostile desert regions in the world.
16.5" OVERALL
11.5" BLADE
Wood Handle(Has crack-but it tight)
Metal end cap
Leather Sheath
$80 or Best Offer
OR TRADE FOR ANOTHER FIXED BLADE
got this is trade several years ago--this below is what I was told it is
http://www.knifeforums.com/forums/showtopic.php?tid/943087/
The knife, called a gile or jile, is from Ethiopia (or neighboring Somailia or Eritrea). Its used by the nomadic Afar (Danakil) people. They are herdsmen of cattle, sheep and goats, in one of the most hostile desert regions in the world.
16.5" OVERALL
11.5" BLADE
Wood Handle(Has crack-but it tight)
Metal end cap
Leather Sheath
$80 or Best Offer
OR TRADE FOR ANOTHER FIXED BLADE
