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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 18th June 2024, 02:47 AM
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Posted By Edward C.
It is curious the ground away area is next to the...

It is curious the ground away area is next to the gold - does the blade show a declivity at that location, or just at the fuller?
Forum: European Armoury 27th December 2023, 03:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 7,617
Posted By Edward C.
Wound treatment book circa 1700?

Just wondering if anyone remembers a book on the treatment of sword and spear wounds. IIRC, there was a link to it posted on the forum some time ago. .
The date was around 1700-1800 as I recall,...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 17th October 2023, 10:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 30,664
Posted By Edward C.
Is there a number anywhere? IIRC, Wilkinson did...

Is there a number anywhere? IIRC, Wilkinson did keep records which may still be available.
Forum: European Armoury 29th September 2023, 03:43 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 59,841
Posted By Edward C.
Were the bodkin points hardened ? As a amateur...

Were the bodkin points hardened ? As a amateur metal worker I would think that would be key to getting an initial "bite" on plate armor, so it would not skid off on an oblique impact.
Forum: European Armoury 29th September 2023, 03:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 28,329
Posted By Edward C.
My friend stepped on one in a rice paddy. Modern...

My friend stepped on one in a rice paddy. Modern version. Spent mortar shell base with two 8" barbed steel spikes sticking out. He still has it-with the one spike cut off by the field hospital.
It...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 15th August 2023, 06:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 21,768
Posted By Edward C.
One other thought- this item may have to do with...

One other thought- this item may have to do with preparing the cartridge in use-
Does one end of a sealed paper cartridge need to be punctured and the charge poured in the barrel?
Is the hole to...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 15th August 2023, 06:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 21,768
Posted By Edward C.
A black powder muzzleloading enthusiast may know...

A black powder muzzleloading enthusiast may know what these are.

The "hook" or right angle extension on one end might be some form of bullet starter.
The hinged brass section of one of them...
Forum: European Armoury 6th August 2023, 01:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,179
Posted By Edward C.
The tomahawk site is down, are there any other...

The tomahawk site is down, are there any other sites recommended?
Web inquires about axes and European axes and pole axes come up with many "brand name" tools 1850 and later, mostly 20th century....
Forum: European Armoury 28th July 2023, 01:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,179
Posted By Edward C.
Thanks! Perhaps someone will recognize the...

Thanks!
Perhaps someone will recognize the style or marking.
Forum: European Armoury 26th July 2023, 08:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,179
Posted By Edward C.
Can anyone ID this axe? Weapon? Tool? Origin? Age?

Mods, if this needs to be moved please do so. I don't really know where to post it.

This axe is a mystery- I have asked in different forums, and among private axe collectors with much...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th October 2021, 03:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,486
Posted By Edward C.
So how is a pattern like this made?

So how is a pattern like this made?
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 4th October 2021, 02:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,486
Posted By Edward C.
That really is a nice piece of work! And the...

That really is a nice piece of work!
And the weaving on the scabbard is beautiful too!
Forum: European Armoury 29th September 2021, 06:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,199
Posted By Edward C.
I don't have much weapons knowledge, but I do...

I don't have much weapons knowledge, but I do have a lot of woodworking knowledge- IMO, the handle is a completely new construction , designed to make a "swordstick" out of what was likely a much...
Forum: European Armoury 17th August 2021, 06:07 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 23,367
Posted By Edward C.
I cannot remember where I read it- there was a...

I cannot remember where I read it- there was a difference in the forge fuel- coke vs charcoal? coal vs charcoal? not sure. Anyway, one of the common English fuels was introducing a trace element like...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd July 2020, 03:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,310
Posted By Edward C.
A first post, and a few questions about barung restoration.

Hello all, I have been reading this most excellent form for a long time, finally decided to join. I have a long time interest in all sorts of edged weapons, and intend to post some photo's up as soon...
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