The blade remains both sides engravings. Those engravings are partially erased. Those engravings are traditionally from Solingen during 2nd half 18th and early 19th. Grip is wood covered with leather.
Grip has very slight movement. The whole thing is strong and solid. The bottom of the sheath has damage (see picture 11) Length with scabbard 99cm (39") Length without sheath 99cm (39") Blade length 86,5cm (34). Weight without sheath 953gr (33,6oz).
The item "Antique Sudanese Kaskara sword with Solingen blade Sudan 18th 19th" is in sale since Friday, December 16, 2016. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\1784-1860\Original Period Items". The seller is "1192mathieu" and is located in Lyon. This item can be shipped worldwide.