Zanzibar/Yemen Saif with an Ethiopian Blade

TVV · 13th March 2009, 08:17 PM

Jim, my last question was asked in a jovial manner, but I believe I understand what you mean. The fun part about etnographic weapons is that unlike standard military issue items, we often deal with unique swords and daggers, often compiled from culturally diverse components.

I recall you have commented in the past that in our study of etnographic swords, the hilt is the most important element in determining the culture/ethnicity to which an item belongs. Based on this, I find your answer to be as precise as it gets.

Many thanks to you and everyone else who dropped comments in this thread. The collective knowledge in this forum is simply remarkable.

Regards,
Teodor

13th March 2009, 08:17 PM	#11
TVV Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,666	Jim, my last question was asked in a jovial manner, but I believe I understand what you mean. The fun part about etnographic weapons is that unlike standard military issue items, we often deal with unique swords and daggers, often compiled from culturally diverse components. I recall you have commented in the past that in our study of etnographic swords, the hilt is the most important element in determining the culture/ethnicity to which an item belongs. Based on this, I find your answer to be as precise as it gets. Many thanks to you and everyone else who dropped comments in this thread. The collective knowledge in this forum is simply remarkable. Regards, Teodor