Yatagan
- In Redwall: N/A
- Time Period: 1700's
- Origin: Turkey
- Description: A long knife or
short saber that lacks a guard for the hand at the juncture of blade and hilt;
usually has a double curve to the edge and a nearly straight back. They
vary from 60 to 80 cm in length.
- Use: Slashing, sometimes
thrusting. Often carried by footsoldiers on the march, as it was lighter
and easier to carry than ordinary swords.
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