Ethiopian Seif!

derek · 21st August 2006, 02:39 PM

Well, I was told it was about 80 years old, but I think it's more recent. I've had it for about 5, so its at least that old...

The blade is probably from around Menelik's rule (late 1800's). According to Mr. Wilkinson-Latham, they were importing swords from Solingen (and other places) aggressively at that time.

I wish I could say something intelligent about the stones. I have no idea.

-d

BTW, my private msg box was full, so someone probably tried PM me and got a bounce. It's empty now!

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21st August 2006, 02:39 PM	#3
derek Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 215	Well, I was told it was about 80 years old, but I think it's more recent. I've had it for about 5, so its at least that old... The blade is probably from around Menelik's rule (late 1800's). According to Mr. Wilkinson-Latham, they were importing swords from Solingen (and other places) aggressively at that time. I wish I could say something intelligent about the stones. I have no idea. -d BTW, my private msg box was full, so someone probably tried PM me and got a bounce. It's empty now!