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Forum: European Armoury
28th November 2020, 02:04 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,809
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I am having a hard time getting past the fit and...I am having a hard time getting past the fit and finish of the handle. I would expect the wooden handle to have proper bolsters to keep the ends from splitting or chipping. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
28th November 2020, 09:06 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,037
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Here is my original thread that Fernando...Here is my original thread that Fernando mentioned: https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/is-anyone-familiar-with-this-trademark.257565/ N2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
25th November 2020, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,590
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It looks like something inspired by a haladie. ...It looks like something inspired by a haladie. But, that would have 3 dagger blades instead of the silly pizza slicer. N2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
2nd September 2018, 04:51 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 6,510
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There are more shown in this old...There are more shown in this old thread. http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=20238&highlight=spain n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
31st August 2018, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 6,510
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...http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=65298&stc=1 Was this the one that you remembered? n2s |
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Forum: European Armoury
4th May 2017, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,875
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For what it is worth. This looks like it may have...For what it is worth. This looks like it may have been inspired by the US model 1909 bolo. http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/uploads//monthly_06_2008/post-3410-1214170315.jpg n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
22nd February 2016, 02:12 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,087
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So that would make this a real, mitmor, a...So that would make this a real, mitmor, a "magic knife". Thanks for the help. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
21st February 2016, 10:04 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,087
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What is most interesting to me is that the...What is most interesting to me is that the symbols on the top line on each side appear printed in the reverse order. So it is not about reading this from right to left or left to right, but from... |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
21st February 2016, 07:15 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,087
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not2sharp
Need help identifying a SEA knifeThis good looking knife (small parang?) appears to be of Malaysian origins to me. It is well marked and I am hoping a translation can help us to identify the period and place of origin. Thanks for... |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
10th September 2015, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,546
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not2sharp
Are there any recommended references or articles...Are there any recommended references or articles on the Katar. I have several, but historical infomation on these has always seemed very scarce. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
20th January 2015, 09:43 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 4,605
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not2sharp
BTW, if you look very closely at episode 17...BTW, if you look very closely at episode 17 "The turkey shoot", of the 1952 NBC TV documentary series Victory At Sea, you will get a glimpse of one of these knives being used by a native to trim a... |
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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania
21st June 2014, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,471
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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania
20th June 2014, 08:53 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,471
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not2sharp
I have been walking by this thing for yearsI have no idea what it is, although if I were asked to guess I would say that it looks to have been a part of a oceanic canoe/boat. What do you think? Measurement = 28 inches tall by 20 inches... |
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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania
20th June 2014, 08:45 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,661
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not2sharp
It looks small for a club. Perhaps it is a...It looks small for a club. Perhaps it is a weaving tool. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
12th June 2014, 08:50 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,477
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The tang looks like the handle had been peened...The tang looks like the handle had been peened pommel. Probably not a pole arm. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
12th June 2014, 08:43 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,477
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
14th October 2013, 06:05 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 11,100
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
11th February 2013, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 2,363
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Translation Request Japanese NataI would like to know your opinions on this one. Particularly, when it may have been made and a translation of the Japanese markings. Thanks, N2S |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
17th January 2013, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,317
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Most likely it was exposed to the warm, humid and...Most likely it was exposed to the warm, humid and salty air in South Florida for too long. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
17th January 2013, 04:14 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,317
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
16th January 2013, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,317
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I am familiar with the officer's navy dirks which...I am familiar with the officer's navy dirks which look very different. Would this have been an Army officer's dirk? n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
16th January 2013, 08:22 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,317
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Rich,
Thanks for the input. I have found...Rich, Thanks for the input. I have found remarkably little information on these knives or any other antique Japanese knives online. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
16th January 2013, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,317
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Japanese Kwaiken?This small knife has been in my collection for some time. I would like when it was likely made and whether it is consistent with known Japanese knives. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
23rd November 2012, 07:08 PM
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Replies: 137
Views: 29,119
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I am 50, and I have been collecting and trading...I am 50, and I have been collecting and trading things since very early in life. n2s |
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
9th November 2012, 03:05 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,160
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not2sharp
Berkley,
The handle has either been damaged or...Berkley, The handle has either been damaged or replaced. The original handle may have been a better match with that sheath. n2s |
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