Aibalta

Description

Aibalta is one of the traditional weapons of the Kazakh people and belongs to the category of cold weapons. It was used both in times of war and for household needs. The handle is made of wood and crafted to fit comfortably in the hand. The upper part is forged from iron with a broad and sharp blade. The blade is semicircular and curved, resembling the shape of the moon, which gave the weapon its name “aibalta” (“moon axe”). The handle is covered with leather and is equipped with a tassel and a loop.