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Old 30th March 2016, 12:06 PM   #22
David R
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Originally Posted by Jim McDougall

I also remain curious on that finger nock at the base of the grip and feel sure I have seen similar on other sabres, but again cannot place yet.
It appears on Sassanid hilts, as illustrated below, and crops up on early Shamshirs. The Armouries Leeds has a nice one on display.
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