I agree with Tom. Check out the Cold Steel samburu, since they've actually tested it successfully in hunting situations, and it certainly is a long-shank spear.
Otherwise, it's a nice weapon, aside from the warped shaft. One thing we don't talk about much on this board is that long spear shafts can get warped from leaning in a corner. It's too bad, because I think in some cases, there's the impression that the work was sloppy, when in fact, it's sloppy curatorial practices in the past history of the weapons.
Note that this isn't a criticism of you, Tim! It's a side issue, but one that's shown up on a number of the older spears shown here. Seeing something meant to fly straight that no longer can is in the same league as seeing a sword with a wonderful blade and a trashed handle. They are certainly worth saving and collecting, but there is something a little sad about the loss of function, at least to me.
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