Combat Knives of the Population of the Altai Northern Foothills During the Turkic Khaganates Period (based on materials from the Gorny-10 necropolis)

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Combat knives were primarily found on the left side of the deceased, indicating cultural practices surrounding burial.
Analysis included nine iron knives from eight high-status individuals, predominantly dating from the late VI to mid-VIII centuries.
Artifacts revealed specific design features, such as slanted handles and convex blades, reflecting craftsmanship in the Turkic Khaganates period.
The study sheds light on the material culture of the nomadic populations during the Migration period in Western Siberia.

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Publication of combat knives reveals burial practices in Turkic Khaganates, suggesting cultural significance.

Seregin et al. (2025) studied this question.

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