Kpinga

A 22 inch bladed throwing knife used by the Azende of Nubia of the Avongara clan. It has three different blades projecting at different angles to maximise damage. Not only was it used as weaponry but it was also used as dowry, as it carried status becaue only professional warriors used it.

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Historical African Weaponry

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