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mattf33
9th May 2008, 08:57 PM
Im currently located in Afghanistan and found this powder measure. I have been collecting these as well as original powder flasks, bullet molds and various edged weapons since I have been here. I was wondering if any experts had any info on this thing.
fernando
10th May 2008, 01:58 AM
Hi, wellcome to the Forum,
In this link you will find discussions on this type of things, as well as members who know a lot about them ... as also about jezails.
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=6310
Give it some time, you will eventually have some answers to your questions.
Fernando
ward
10th May 2008, 02:34 PM
Nice piece definatly afghan probaly 1st 2nd afghan war. These are generally one of many items attached to a gunners ammunition belt. Have you picked up any complete belts? I would be interested in seeing them. Afghan pieces usually have 3 large influnces persian indian and english
mattf33
12th May 2008, 07:53 PM
thanks for the info. I have seen numerous complete belts but haven picked any up. I can take some pics for you and post them when I get the opprotunity.
ward
13th May 2008, 12:39 PM
Yes I would be interested in seeing pics
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