Middle Eastern Knife

[Fisting_Chili]

Anyone familiar with this style of knife?  My ex-girlfriend got this for me when her dad took her to Jordan to visit family about 20 years ago.  Supposedly, the handle is made of human bone.  I'd love to translate the sheath if anyone is able.  This is not a touristy display piece.  To her understanding, this was a handmade knife that was actually put to use and not just to look at.  The blade is incredibly sharp and will slice a piece of paper in half, though I have no idea what it is made of.








Thanks.  I've always loved this knife, but never really knew where to ask about it.  Since coming here, I've been amazed at the font of knowledge here, so figured I'd try my luck!

[Fisting_Chili]

Forgot to add, overall length is 13 1/2" and the blade length is 7".  Its a good size knife....

[Freudian Frog]

Looks to be a classic Arabian jambiya, to me. Use your google-fu.

And there is no way that is "human bone".

[Smitty44]

Like the Frog said http://test.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=149831632

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

Yep it's a jambiya

They never struck me as being particularly ergonomic to use though

[Fisting_Chili]

Looks to be a classic Arabian jambiya, to me. Use your google-fu.

And there is no way that is "human bone".

Any idea what it is made of?
Thanks!

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

It looks like bog oak to me. But that wouldn't feel very bone like

[Fisting_Chili]

Yep it's a jambiya

They never struck me as being particularly ergonomic to use though

Hahaha, ergonomic...

[Fisting_Chili]

It looks like bog oak to me. But that wouldn't feel very bone like

Hmmmm...well, I do have a friend and she is a CSI...maybe she can figure it out.  lol

[Benner]

Nice oddity you have there mate. 

Would be interested to know what that is made of if you ever find out.