Thought I would add a few variations.
I have used Rawson for identification. If anyone knows of other publications with Dao information I would be most greatful.
Photos are, unfortunately taken indoors with a flash as the weather is atrocious at present.
First photo
Top appears to be a transition type in that it is halfway between a Milemnok and a Kachin.
Middle is the Dancing type from the Kubai
Bottom is a Milemnok with the wooden hilt almost completely covered in steel.
Second photo
Top is from the Konyak or Ao Nagas of Assam
Middle is probably Chang
Bottom is Kachin
Third photo
Top and bottom are Kukai
Middle is, I think, from the Arbor of Assam. There is a similar one, plate 38 in Rawson's "The Indian Sword"
Comments, questions and corrections are always welcome
Regards
Roy
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