Original Indian Early 19th Century Triple Blade Scissor Katar Dagger with Faded Silver Inlay War of 1812 In just splendid condition overall

In just splendid condition overall and ready to display

A lever on the right side releases the barrel

The 460th Parachute Field Artillery Battalion

Blade marked "S-HILL" the British Government contractor who manufactured the weapon

who received infantry training as part of their basic training

Original Indian Early 19th Century Triple Blade Scissor Katar Dagger with Faded Silver Inlay War of 1812 In just splendid condition overallOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is really quite something. Dating to the late 18th early 19th century, this is a traditional Indian Thrusting dagger known as a KATAR. While somewhat odd looking, they definitely are quite effective, and often used to penetrate armor. This example however is definitely unlike any we have had before, in that it has a triple "scissor" style blade. The outer blade is made of two pieces with slots in the inside for