Very interesting ariel, thanks for the heads up, I always like the idea of comparing the different types of sabres in the world. Anyway, is there a place where I could buy that book?
As to the shamshir, I always thought that had too much of curve, to use for anything other than swinging cuts from horseback.
Also, if that's too much to ask, where did Mr. Zablocki place arabian swords, and what he commented about them?