Ethnographic Arms & Armour
  

Go Back   Ethnographic Arms & Armour > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
FAQ Calendar Today's Posts Search

Page 18 of 20 « First 81617 18 1920
Showing results 426 to 450 of 500
Search took 0.03 seconds; generated 109 minute(s) ago. Search: Posts Made By: RSWORD
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st September 2013, 02:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,319
Posted By RSWORD
Welcome to the forum. There are many of us who...

Welcome to the forum. There are many of us who have been hooked by the variety of blades and patterns to be found. It will keep you very occupied indeed. If you use the search function you can...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 23rd August 2013, 05:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,795
Posted By RSWORD
I wouldn't rule out the possibility that this is...

I wouldn't rule out the possibility that this is an Indian blade. I have seen very thin, flexible blades with this type of fullering from India and the mechanical Damascus pattern that you see here...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 22nd August 2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,682
Posted By RSWORD
Very nice piece Charles! Man, if only these...

Very nice piece Charles! Man, if only these things could talk. I think your theory is a good one and illustrates how someone living in a new country might blend all the cultural influences into one...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th July 2013, 11:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,843
Posted By RSWORD
Certainly not an original one. Looks like a...

Certainly not an original one. Looks like a composite piece. The blade looks like it is from a spearhead. The handle doesn't look like it is very old and the big question is when were the two...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th June 2013, 12:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,307
Posted By RSWORD
Yes, that was me! Welcome to the forum and I...

Yes, that was me! Welcome to the forum and I believe you do indeed have a nice example of a Taiwanese aboriginal sword. I have had several people mention that the "Warriors of the Rainbow" is an...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th June 2013, 12:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,665
Posted By RSWORD
Now the question is whether or not it is an old...

Now the question is whether or not it is an old composite or a new composite. How is the blade mounted to the hilt? Aren't there French influences in Algeria? It's an odd combination but maybe an...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th June 2013, 12:46 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 48,410
Posted By RSWORD
When considering outside possibilities in regards...

When considering outside possibilities in regards to twistcore influences in the Philippines I would toss in China. You find very fine twistcore blades in Chinese swords, both in double edge jian...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd June 2013, 02:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 18,213
Posted By RSWORD
Thanks for the feedback gentleman. Barry, I...

Thanks for the feedback gentleman. Barry, I agree with you. I'll reach out and see if we can get some of the knowledgeable folks on these pieces to make comment.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st June 2013, 03:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,005
Posted By RSWORD
Some additional pics for feedback.

Some additional pics for feedback.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st June 2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,005
Posted By RSWORD
Third example of Taiwanese Aboriginal Sword

Here is the third example. Again, I appreciate learning more about these pieces and the differences. This one has an absolutely superb handle. The handle has two very detailed faces on each side. ...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st June 2013, 03:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,307
Posted By RSWORD
Some additional pictures.

Some additional pictures.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st June 2013, 03:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,307
Posted By RSWORD
Second Taiwanese Aboriginal Sword for discussion

Here is the second of three examples. What I find interesting about all 3 is that while they have some similiarities, they all have differences. All three have different forms of ancestors and...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st June 2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 18,213
Posted By RSWORD
A few additional pictures to help add to the...

A few additional pictures to help add to the conversation.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st June 2013, 03:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 18,213
Posted By RSWORD
Old Taiwanese Aboriginal Sword

One of the things I truly enjoy about this forum is the opportunity to learn about swords from areas that might be outside my personal collecting interest. I have seen many threads about Taiwanese...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd May 2013, 11:15 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 748,949
Posted By RSWORD
For those of us that have had the pleasure of...

For those of us that have had the pleasure of visiting Jose and seeing his collection it almost feels like a piece of our collection is gone as well. They damage you they damage us brother. I'm...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 15th April 2013, 10:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 21,461
Posted By RSWORD
While I don't have specific references to point...

While I don't have specific references to point you to, I would associate this dagger with Senegal. Very similar decoration to other examples from that region plus the metal sleeve over the blade is...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 10th April 2013, 01:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 24,217
Posted By RSWORD
Looking at the shape of the head on your snake...

Looking at the shape of the head on your snake Charles(and please, don't laugh at this exact moment) it looks like a python. Maybe you can find references for the Burmese python and make some...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 21st March 2013, 02:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,723
Posted By RSWORD
Please share pictures so that we might be able to...

Please share pictures so that we might be able to discuss what features about the piece may make it specifically Afghani versus Indian.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 19th March 2013, 11:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 19,754
Posted By RSWORD
It was great to see a good crowd at the forum...

It was great to see a good crowd at the forum gathering and Michael and also Jeff Pringle did a great job with their presentations. Kudos to you gentlemen!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 18th March 2013, 02:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 22,355
Posted By RSWORD
Jose, your pictures don't really do this one...

Jose, your pictures don't really do this one justice. It is much nicer in person than these pictures. Really has a good feel and quality to it.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 18th March 2013, 02:43 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 49,726
Posted By RSWORD
This is indeed very sad news. Our forum here has...

This is indeed very sad news. Our forum here has done a great job of bringing together a family of collectors to share their enthusiasm, knowledge and interest in our favorite subjects. Thanks to...
Forum: European Armoury 18th March 2013, 02:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 37,093
Posted By RSWORD
This is indeed very sad news. Our forum here has...

This is indeed very sad news. Our forum here has done a great job of bringing together a family of collectors to share their enthusiasm, knowledge and interest in our favorite subjects. Thanks to...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd March 2013, 03:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,173
Posted By RSWORD
Ann, I have owned 2 or 3 over the years but...

Ann,

I have owned 2 or 3 over the years but unfortunately do not own them any longer. So they do exist!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd March 2013, 03:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,329
Posted By RSWORD
Erlikhan, The hotel can call for a taxi. ...

Erlikhan,

The hotel can call for a taxi. You may have to wait 15-20 minutes for one to arrive that time of evening but it shouldn't be any problem.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 24th February 2013, 11:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,779
Posted By RSWORD
Based from this one picture it has the general...

Based from this one picture it has the general handle and blade shape of a Bhutanese/Tibetan sword. The blades on these are often laminated in a pattern referred to as "Hairpin folding". This shows...
Showing results 426 to 450 of 500
Page 18 of 20 « First 81617 18 1920

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT +1. The time now is 06:56 AM.

Contact Us - Registration & Forum Rules - Privacy Statement - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2026, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Posts are regarded as being copyrighted by their authors and the act of posting material is deemed to be a granting of an irrevocable nonexclusive license for display here.