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			And some more pictures
		 
		
		
		
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			Again, I'm not trying to sugar-coat it:  
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
	The blade might have some age to it but has apparently been molested with misguided cleaning attempts, probably with power tools. Everything else seems much more recent or revamped: IMHO certainly after WW2, and very likely more like late 20th century; possibly assembled for selling. Have a close look at the pics available on this forum for getting a better feel regarding quality (scrutinize each component). Keep in mind that there are lots of different ethnic groups (regional/cultural differences) as well as a range of quality available during each period though. Albert's recent book is also a good place to start with. Regards, Kai  | 
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			BTW, the arrow tip looks quite good - some more pics might help to establish its origin.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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			Thank you Kai for your honest opinion! I really should buy the book.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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 Pretty short so I wonder if it's suitable as an arrow  | 
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