Interesting, my last kaskara, fairly standard, with a good blade, quite flexible and almost identical to the sword of the o.p. Based on the markings, it seems to me to be from the same smith and the same period. Thanks to Ed's research, the African craftsmen who often remain anonymous sometimes get a name and a face. Thanks also to Yuri, who has brought this old post back to life. I am posting this sword here for the same reason: it is not a particularly exceptional sword, but it is a silent witness, recently made in an age-old tradition, which is always fascinating.
Regards,
Marc
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