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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 9th February 2011, 10:30 PM
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Views: 11,807
Posted By Nagawarrior
Updated photos. Restoration by Jose Albovias. ...

Updated photos.
Restoration by Jose Albovias.
I'm very thankfull to have such a fine artisan restore my Kris.

-Stephen*
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th February 2011, 09:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,523
Posted By Nagawarrior
The TV show, Deadliest Warrior, did in fact test...

The TV show, Deadliest Warrior, did in fact test these weapons. Very impressive. They show many of the weapons we collect in action used against other warriors to see which would win....
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th January 2011, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,241
Posted By Nagawarrior
Yep Eric from France. I see he is a forumite as...

Yep Eric from France. I see he is a forumite as well. It must be lead solder between the two pieces of the guard. Question answered. Thanks. I would be love to have my sword displayed on your...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th January 2011, 12:15 AM
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Views: 8,241
Posted By Nagawarrior
Thank you Iain. Very informative. Eric, my FB...

Thank you Iain. Very informative. Eric, my FB friend likes it too. I think he must know you as well. It's fast becoming a small world. There is so much to learn, and so little time. :) This...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th January 2011, 09:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,241
Posted By Nagawarrior
Takouba for comment

This is a Southern Style Takouba I believe.
Interesting motif on the blade. Also on back of hilt.
Any meaning to it?
Date?
...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 23rd January 2011, 10:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,757
Posted By Nagawarrior
Thanks Freddy. Great spears you got there. I...

Thanks Freddy.
Great spears you got there. I have done a search now that I know what to look for. Found lots of info. There are many variations. I especially like the variation with the hugh...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 23rd January 2011, 01:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,757
Posted By Nagawarrior
African Spear

I've had this African spear (Luba?)for sometime and realize I know very little about it. Its a little over 5ft O.A. Thats iron wraped around the shaft. Whats the deal with the paint on the blade? ...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 21st January 2011, 10:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,356
Posted By Nagawarrior
I like the subtle curve of your sword blade Gene...

I like the subtle curve of your sword blade Gene and the lovely patina of the handle. Yours also has the two suspension rings just like in the photo :) Look forward to the restoration pics.
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 21st January 2011, 09:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 15,352
Posted By Nagawarrior
I like henri. As I understand it, most of these...

I like henri. As I understand it, most of these are recent. The old ones from the Headhunting times(pre-1887) are very rare indeed. Some concider the old ones the only "real" swords, all other are...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 20th January 2011, 11:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,356
Posted By Nagawarrior
The picture is of great use to me and I'm sure...

The picture is of great use to me and I'm sure others. We gain so much understanding from our interaction here. I thank you very much.
Don't know much else other than what I have learned here....
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 20th January 2011, 03:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,356
Posted By Nagawarrior
Thanks for the compliment. The scabbard covering...

Thanks for the compliment. The scabbard covering is leather.
Great research! The quality of your picture is excellent. Jim McDougall and a buddy of mine did the research that found the photo for...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 20th January 2011, 02:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,356
Posted By Nagawarrior
A nice variant of the c1890 military sword. I...

A nice variant of the c1890 military sword. I like it. :D Congrates. Here are pictures of mine. Note damascus blade on one. Also Kyber knife dating from the same period with similar handle. See...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 17th January 2011, 07:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,164
Posted By Nagawarrior
Straight out of the old tribal tackle box...

Straight out of the old tribal tackle box perhaps. :p
Rare fish beheading sword. :D

The Wifey surprised me for Christmas about 6 years ago. She saw it on e-bay and thought I'd like it. Got it...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 17th January 2011, 02:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,768
Posted By Nagawarrior
Awesome! Thanks Flavio. Like dreams I have,...

Awesome! Thanks Flavio. Like dreams I have, finding a hidden stash of weapons. I wake up trying to hold on to something but my hands are always empty in the end.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 16th January 2011, 11:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,164
Posted By Nagawarrior
Maranao Short Sword

I thought I would revisit this short sword, overall 24". It was previously identified Maranao from the Lake Lanao region, but not nesesarily Moro. I recently found a similarly decorated, Mindanao,...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th January 2011, 02:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,034
Posted By Nagawarrior
This coming from you and Freddy makes me feel...

This coming from you and Freddy makes me feel good. Thanks guys. :D
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 12th January 2011, 03:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,034
Posted By Nagawarrior
Thats what I was thinking Wilem, just toneing it...

Thats what I was thinking Wilem, just toneing it down a bit with the etching acid. I'm just going to leave it for now I think. Didn't realize the hilt was rare, guess I did OK with this one.


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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th January 2011, 08:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,034
Posted By Nagawarrior
You are both right. It is so "polished" looking,...

You are both right. It is so "polished" looking, like someone took it to a buffing wheel. Just wanted to tone it down a bit. Think I'll just oil it up and leave it be. I'm really very pleased with...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th January 2011, 05:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 28,852
Posted By Nagawarrior
You talking about; The Arms of Greece and Her...

You talking about; The Arms of Greece and Her Balkan Neighbors in the Ottoman Period by Elgood? A very affordable book. Is it a good one? This piece looks like it might just be used for this...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th January 2011, 12:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,034
Posted By Nagawarrior
Mangbetu Knife

Just found. Love these knives.
Someone in the past has polished the blade unfortunatly. :mad:
Blade patina helps date. I'm having a hard time with this one. The handle does show nice patina....
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 4th January 2011, 02:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 41,631
Posted By Nagawarrior
Thanks Jose. I love what you have done,...

Thanks Jose.
I love what you have done, especially the use of textiles in your display. Mannequins add a nice dimension IMHO, as do textiles. I was banished to the extra bedroom for my "museam",...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 4th January 2011, 12:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 41,631
Posted By Nagawarrior
I use thin gauge gold wire. I wrap it around the...

I use thin gauge gold wire. I wrap it around the piece and make a loop at the back. Than I use a picture hook to hang on wall. That way I can easily take it from the wall to discuss with a...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 31st December 2010, 01:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 20,103
Posted By Nagawarrior
Thanks Tim. Great pictures!

Thanks Tim. Great pictures!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 30th December 2010, 05:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 20,103
Posted By Nagawarrior
Secrets of the Dead PBS seris about the Zulu is...

Secrets of the Dead PBS seris about the Zulu is an interesting look at the famous British battle at Isandlwana.
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/secrets/previous_seasons/case_zulu/index.html

A few Zulu...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th December 2010, 05:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 28,852
Posted By Nagawarrior
Do tell. Googled this and nothing came up except...

Do tell. Googled this and nothing came up except a reference to animal sacrifice. :eek:
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