Zulu 'Iklwa' stabbing spear
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Pristine example of the Zulu "Iklwa" stabbing spear, made infamous in the
wars against the British and one really fantastic battle scene in Monty
Python's "Meaning of Life". Preferred use was to come from behind the
shield, with an overhand stab through the lungs. Head and shaft are in great
condition, with herringbone weave braid wrapping over the joint of the haft
and spearhead for reinforcement. This iklwa is from the Shangaan tribe in
Canicano, Mozambique.
length: 53 1/2"
spear head: 22 1/2"
head width: 1 7/8"
shaft: 31"
weight: 2 lb 0.8 oz
