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fernando · 19th October 2017, 11:50 AM

Old 20th October 2009, 06:36 PM

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celtan
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Location: PR, USA

Hi Guys,

The central wide fuller makes the blade distinctly different to the "a dos mesas" type, so characteristic of iberian battle-swords in the 17-18th Cs.

I have seen such fullers in swedish, german and belgian blades.

The grip is a later replacement, its type was often seen in Spanish colonies from Filipinas to America.. Incidentally, the blade is too heavy for the pommel's size.

The motto is either galician or portuguese, most likely the latter.

Very good condition overall, congrats Ferd!
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19th October 2017, 11:50 AM	#162
fernando Lead Moderator European Armoury Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Portugal Posts: 9,638	Old 20th October 2009, 06:36 PM Posted : celtan Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PR, USA Hi Guys, The central wide fuller makes the blade distinctly different to the "a dos mesas" type, so characteristic of iberian battle-swords in the 17-18th Cs. I have seen such fullers in swedish, german and belgian blades. The grip is a later replacement, its type was often seen in Spanish colonies from Filipinas to America.. Incidentally, the blade is too heavy for the pommel's size. The motto is either galician or portuguese, most likely the latter. Very good condition overall, congrats Ferd! . Last edited by fernando; 20th October 2017 at 02:40 PM.