Zulu Wood Knobkerry
Zulu wood Knobkerry
Knobkerrie is a one piece wooden walking stick with a fearsome heavy ball end that was used for hunting where it could be thrown at an animal.
The Knobkerry was carried by most men and has a few different names and spellings including Knobkerrie which is its Afrikaan name and also its most popular name. The Zulu's called it the Iwisa.
Zulu wood Knobkerry
Knobkerrie is a one piece wooden walking stick with a fearsome heavy ball end that was used for hunting where it could be thrown at an animal.
The Knobkerry was carried by most men and has a few different names and spellings including Knobkerrie which is its Afrikaan name and also its most popular name. The Zulu's called it the Iwisa.
The knobkerry has a 3ft long shaft with a heavy ball at the head.
The name derives from the Afrikaans word knop, meaning Knot or ball and the Zulu word kierie, meaning cane or walking stick
- Length 105cms/ 41"
- Ball diameter 8cms / 3"
The knobkerry actual weight is 600grms but due to Royal mail post restrictions on size it can only be sent by parcel force so the weight has a false weight of 2001grms
| Weight (g) | 2001.00 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lantern Armouries |
| Restricted Product? | No |