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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st September 2009, 12:31 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 92,383
Posted By sabertasche
Tulwar Hilt Types

Hi all, it has been some time since I've participated in the forum and thought I'd ask a few questions of the more advanced collectors of Indian arms. Ove the years I've been fortunate to pick up...
Forum: European Armoury 29th July 2009, 05:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,104
Posted By sabertasche
Thumbs down I find the show typically hollywood hooie :) . ...

I find the show typically hollywood hooie :) . Vikings vrs Samurai?? :confused:

The one episode I found most outlandish was the Roman Gladiator vrs the Apache Indian - who was the most dangerous...
Forum: European Armoury 16th May 2009, 01:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,629
Posted By sabertasche
Hi Greg, you have a Model 1889 pattern Cavalry...

Hi Greg, you have a Model 1889 pattern Cavalry Degen. It is a generic pattern used by most of the Imperial German States with different guards attached to indicate what state the sword belonged to. ...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th April 2009, 03:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,952
Posted By sabertasche
I think VANDOO has it right, I think it's...

I think VANDOO has it right, I think it's Scandanavian.

G
Forum: European Armoury 18th April 2009, 10:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 15,126
Posted By sabertasche
Very nice, are there any marks on the blade to...

Very nice, are there any marks on the blade to indicate a specific maker?

Gre
Forum: European Armoury 18th April 2009, 10:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,262
Posted By sabertasche
Hi BBJW and Celtan, your swords appear to be...

Hi BBJW and Celtan, your swords appear to be fairly common generic cavalry weapons associated with Imperial Germany. I believe you are right in that thier design is based on the British 1796 light...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 19th March 2009, 02:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 24,990
Posted By sabertasche
Hi Norman, Fantastic new re your daughter :) ...

Hi Norman, Fantastic new re your daughter :) The sword is nice too.

Greg
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 11th March 2009, 04:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,107
Posted By sabertasche
Guys, I would have to agree with you on this one....

Guys, I would have to agree with you on this one. I've learned my lesson re "Mr.Ground Control to __________" I would avoid this seller unless you can personally examine the item and back up your...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 4th March 2009, 06:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,381
Posted By sabertasche
I'm somewhat new to katars, most I've seen are in...

I'm somewhat new to katars, most I've seen are in really rough shape. Are the ones offered on epay "arsenal" grade while others are more finely finished?

Would these rough types be reserved for...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th February 2009, 07:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,874
Posted By sabertasche
Know What You Are Buying!

I would like to thank the forum for being so helpful. For all members who are considering a purchase, DO YOUR HOMEWORK before you buy. I did not and have paid too much for not being as diligent as...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd February 2009, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,874
Posted By sabertasche
Ground Control Confirmed :( Greg

Ground Control Confirmed :(

Greg
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st February 2009, 10:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,874
Posted By sabertasche
Indo Persian Tabar

Hi all, I've noticed several of these cute axes on eBay lately and decided to bid on one. I actually ended up winning this particular tabar. I rec'd it in good order although I have my doubts as to...
Forum: European Armoury 17th December 2008, 04:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,624
Posted By sabertasche
Hmmm, I'd have to bring her along if I went to...

Hmmm, I'd have to bring her along if I went to the UK,....and then she would know what I bought,.....and then I would have to give her a matching amount of $$$ for her shopping :( It will have to...
Forum: European Armoury 13th December 2008, 12:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,624
Posted By sabertasche
Hmmmm :confused: I think I'm going try for...

Hmmmm :confused: I think I'm going try for BOTH!!!! :D What's the date for Baltimore?

If I really do make it to Vegas, I'll let everyone know what it's like.

Thanks guys.

G
Forum: European Armoury 11th December 2008, 01:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,624
Posted By sabertasche
If You Could Attend One Militaria Show in the US, Which One Would It Be?

Greetings all, my wife has reluctantly given me permission to attend one Gun/Militaria Show in the US, in 2009. If we all could attend, which show would we go to?

As I live in BC, I was...
Forum: European Armoury 25th November 2008, 06:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,851
Posted By sabertasche
Thanks for the wise words Stu. The first think I...

Thanks for the wise words Stu. The first think I did was check for a stuck load in the barrel, no worries, it's safe. I'll give it a gentle cleaning and see if I can free the ram rod. The wood is...
Forum: European Armoury 24th November 2008, 05:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,851
Posted By sabertasche
:shrug: You what Stuart, I haven't :o I suppose...

:shrug: You what Stuart, I haven't :o I suppose I should (I don't know why I didn't think of that! :) ).

I just took it apart, no marks at all.

I also removed the nipple and found a tack...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 23rd November 2008, 06:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,880
Posted By sabertasche
African Spear?

Hi all, it has been far, far too long since I've posted anything to the forum. I thought I'd post an interesting spear I purchased a few months ago with a lot of British colonial Africa militaria. ...
Forum: European Armoury 23rd November 2008, 06:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,851
Posted By sabertasche
British India Percushion Pistol

I thought I'd post this in the European section even though it was probably used in India. The reason I make this assumption is that there is a number 23 on the stock which I believe is 23 written...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 16th October 2008, 05:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,063
Posted By sabertasche
It looks like a ceremonial Chinese axe head for a...

It looks like a ceremonial Chinese axe head for a pole arm. Age, most probably made yesterday but I'm certainly not an expert on Chinese stuff.

Cheers,

Greg
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th September 2008, 04:27 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 29,052
Posted By sabertasche
Canada! Home of the beavers!!!!! Greg

Canada! Home of the beavers!!!!!

Greg
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd August 2008, 12:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,102
Posted By sabertasche
Very nice, much better than most! Greg

Very nice, much better than most!

Greg
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th July 2008, 10:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 40,007
Posted By sabertasche
FANTASTIC referance! :) Thank you for...

FANTASTIC referance! :)

Thank you for posting it!

Greg
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 22nd November 2007, 01:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,794
Posted By sabertasche
Me too, what a turd! Greg :mad:

Me too, what a turd!

Greg :mad:
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 21st November 2007, 04:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 12,765
Posted By sabertasche
Thumbs up Viking certainly sets the standard high for new...

Viking certainly sets the standard high for new members posting on the forum! Well done!

Greg
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