Aybaltа (battle axe)

Description

The traditional Kazakh axe aybalt is a type of battle axe used by the Turkic peoples in Central Asia. The axe got its name because of the crescent-shaped blade.
Blade: has a characteristic curved shape with an engraved pattern. It is not only a decoration, but also an indicator of the status of the owner.
Axe handle: long, wooden, reinforced with metal plates on the sides. Such reinforcement made the weapon stronger in battle.
Materials: wood and steel.
Technique: Cutting, planing, forging.
Size: 17x24x97cm.