Victorian Zulu War Assegai Spear

Introducing the new Assegai throwing spear, a faithful reproduction of the original found in the IMA collection and widely used in Southern and Eastern Africa. This spear, which was a prevalent weapon in Africa prior to the advent of firearms, boasts a relatively light design, complete with a heavy tapered blade. Its primary purpose was for long and mid-range combat, meant to be thrown as a missile. The design of this spear served as the prototype for the later Iklwa spear, famously popularized by Shaka Zulu. During Shaka's reign, the traditional Assegai throwing spear was demoted to a secondary weapon, used to soften the enemy before engaging in direct combat.

Crafted from genuine hardwood, this new production features a steel blade and is modeled after the Assegai throwing spear used in the Zulu Wars of the 1870s. Its overall length measures 46 inches, with the shaft spanning approximately 30 inches and a diameter of 2.5 inches (tapered for throwing). The blade, on the other hand, boasts a length of approximately 16 inches, making it a formidable weapon for anyone looking to channel their inner warrior. Don't miss the chance to own a faithful reproduction of this iconic historical weapon, as used in some of the most significant conflicts in Southern and Eastern Africa.

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