Malappuram Kathi

A Malappuram kathi is a kind of dagger, developed by few blacksmith families of Malappuram district from Malabar Region of Kerala in ancient times. The dagger is unique in its physical appearance and features, as it has a very light-weight holder made of deer antler. The blade is thicker on the top and very sharp and lines at the bottom. The blade continues to the handle and covers the handle in a small single strip. The dagger is 18–25 inches (46–64 cm) long.

Malappuram Kathi

A Malappuram kathi is a kind of dagger, developed by few blacksmith families of Malappuram district from Malabar Region of Kerala in ancient times. The dagger is unique in its physical appearance and features, as it has a very light-weight holder made of deer antler. The blade is thicker on the top and very sharp and lines at the bottom. The blade continues to the handle and covers the handle in a small single strip. The dagger is 18–25 inches (46–64 cm) long.