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Old 7th February 2024, 07:29 PM   #10
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Originally Posted by Gavin Nugent View Post
I can't get a read on it as a whole. IF I was to through out a guess i'd say Sumatran side of the northern straits.
Hello Gav,

Another option I had reservations about but like always I can be very wrong!

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Question, is the blade true to the sheath?

I ask as there is extra worn opening at the gonjo end where it typically should be sitting over that space.
You have sharp eyes, yes there is a gap in front and back of the gonjo when it is in scabbard but I am nearly convinced that it's the original scabbard, the visible patina inside the scabbard and the secure fit let me think like this.

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