Tibetan Short Knife - Handcrafted Spring Steel Collectible With Silver Sheath & Gemstone Inlay 11.8 Inches

At 11.8 inches and just 0.7 lbs, this is the most compact and lightweight piece in TrueKatana's Tibetan knife collection. The small format concentrates the decorative detail into a tighter space, which actually makes the silver relief work and gemstone inlay more visually dense and more interesting to examine up close.

The silver sheath and handle are covered in hand-detailed relief work - flowing floral scrollwork, traditional Himalayan patterns, and gemstone cabochons in turquoise and coral-red set directly into the metalwork. These two stones form the signature color palette of Tibetan decorative arts, where turquoise represents warmth, vitality, and good fortune, and red stones reference prosperity and spiritual connection. The combination has defined Himalayan metalwork aesthetics for centuries.

The blade is spring steel, chosen for its resilience. At this compact size, the piece reads less as a knife and more as a decorative art object - something designed to sit in a display case, on a bookshelf, or in a curio cabinet where the intricate metalwork can be appreciated at close range. The silver tone is consistent from pommel to sheath tip, with matching motifs across every surface creating a unified design throughout.

Turquoise holds deep cultural significance in the Himalayan region. Internationally recognized as the December birthstone, turquoise in Tibetan tradition represents good fortune and vitality. The cabochons set into this piece follow traditional bezel-setting techniques that have been practiced by Himalayan silver artisans for generations.

The lightweight format makes this an ideal starter piece for collectors exploring Tibetan or Central Asian material culture, or an accent piece for existing collections where a small, ornate silver object provides visual contrast. The craftsmanship positions it closer to decorative silver jewelry than to standard knife accessories.

Includes silver sheath. Stand not included. Free US shipping with 30-day money-back guarantee.