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Ian · 15th February 2005, 05:08 AM

Mike:

I have a similar one that I picked up a few years ago. It was said to come from Benin too. Mine has a straight blade. Your's is much more interesting in shape. "Heavy and solid" is somewhat of an understatement -- these are a real handful. Not something I would want to use to defend myself in a fight (much too heavy and slow), but they would certainly make a great beheading implement!

Ian.

15th February 2005, 05:08 AM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,034	Benin sword Mike: I have a similar one that I picked up a few years ago. It was said to come from Benin too. Mine has a straight blade. Your's is much more interesting in shape. "Heavy and solid" is somewhat of an understatement -- these are a real handful. Not something I would want to use to defend myself in a fight (much too heavy and slow), but they would certainly make a great beheading implement! Ian.