Windlass Lanza Zulu Iklwa 600314

The Zulu iklwa is the famous long-bladed, short-handled spear crafted by one of the most important ancient African nations. It is made of tempered, high-carbon steel with a wooden handle reinforced with brass wire. The Zulu "iklwa" is the popular long-bladed, short-handled spear that distinguishes one of the most renowned ancient African peoples.

The Zulu warrior carried as weapons the attack spear, the iklwa (so vital that its loss could be punished by execution), and the mace or iwisa, made of hardwood, which they used to strike enemies. Zulu officers often carried a Zulu axe, but this weapon was actually more of a symbol of their rank. The iklwa—so named for the sucking sound it made when pulled from a human body—with its long, broad blade, was an invention of Shaka (known as Shaka Zulu, the tribal chief who transformed this small tribe into the most powerful warrior nation in Africa). It replaced the older throwing spear (so named for the "pa-pa" sound it made as it flew through the air).

This spear could be used in close combat and as a throwing weapon, but during Shaka's reign, warriors were forbidden from throwing them, as this would leave them disarmed and give opponents a weapon to throw at them. Shaka believed that the long spear discouraged warriors from close combat. Shaka's brother and successor, Dingane, advocated greater use of the throwing spear, perhaps to try to counter the Boer firearms.

Accompanied by a leather shield, this spear is the perfect size for close combat. It features a high-carbon, tempered steel blade and a wooden handle reinforced with brass wire. The Zulu "Iklwa" is a must-have for history buffs and collectors of military weapons.

Materials:
Blade: carbon steel.
Handle: wood.

Measurements:

Total: 127 cm.
Hoja: 33 x 6 x 0,47 cm.

Peso: 1.135 grs.