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Kirk · 12th August 2012, 10:09 PM

Hello all. I've come to appreciate the expertise and analytical nature of the members of this forum. And I believe only you can help me.

I purchased this short sword a few months ago on ebay. The blade measures 17 1/4 inches and 25 3/8 overall. Its pommel is similar to the those found in swords and daggers from the Mandara Mountains, except for a small nub at its tip. Maybe used for tying a tassel to it. The blade is also adorned with etchings which I believe were done by hand (the lines are irregular).

I'll post more images of the blade soon.

12th August 2012, 10:09 PM	#1
Kirk Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Brooklyn, N.Y. Posts: 11	Help identify Hello all. I've come to appreciate the expertise and analytical nature of the members of this forum. And I believe only you can help me. I purchased this short sword a few months ago on ebay. The blade measures 17 1/4 inches and 25 3/8 overall. Its pommel is similar to the those found in swords and daggers from the Mandara Mountains, except for a small nub at its tip. Maybe used for tying a tassel to it. The blade is also adorned with etchings which I believe were done by hand (the lines are irregular). I'll post more images of the blade soon. Attached Images Last edited by Kirk; 13th August 2012 at 04:58 PM. Reason: Adding pics