At Dig uncovers ancient Peruvian knives archaeologists report the first Pre-Incan ceremonial knives "excavated scientifically" so that their provenance can be associated with other artifacts found at the site and accurate dating and relationship to a specific society can be determined.

All previous such knives were obtained from grave robbers, sometimes indirectly, with no accurate supporting information.

A picture of a 14" ceremonial knife is included at the web page.

It's reported as being of "copper alloy" but with little other detail.

It looks a little like an ulu with a very long handle(?) - but they call it a "tumi."

Are any of our people using one like that?

John