Zulu 'Iklwa' stabbing spear
Measurements
Impressive example of the Zulu "Iklwa" stabbing spear, made infamous in the
wars against the British and subsequent Zulu and Shaka Zulu movies. Behind the
shield, overhand and through the lungs preferred. Head and shaft are in
great condition, with a tri-color brass wire wrapping over the joint of the haft
and spearhead for reinforcement. This iklwa is from the main Zulu tribe in
Mazinga, South Africa.
length: 50"
spear head: 18 1/4"
head width: 1 3/4"
shaft: 31 3/4"
weight: 1 lb 7.8 oz
