miniature swords

[Jim McDougall]

Originally Posted by freebooter

G'day Ausjulius.

I spoke with R.D.C. Evans a few years ago, the author of "The Plug Bayonet" Upon selling his amazing plug bayonet collection he indicated to me that his intent was to write another books on this very subject.
I suggest tracking his email address down and contacting him direct, he may be able to offer you information on the subject. I beleive a few members may be able to help bring you two together.

Gav

Hi Gav and Ausjulius,
What an interesting topic! and I would be uncertain as well exactly on how this would be classified as these are not exactly weapons...however they would be considered associated items. There are of course many ethnographic and traditional weapons that are no longer functional as such, yet serve as elements of traditional costume or ceremonial regalia.

In any case, intriguing, and I also recall when Roger Evans sold off the incredible plug bayonet collection he had amassed and written on for many years. I must admit I was surprised when he told me of his project on miniature weapons, as it was so unusual, and I honestly could not think of anything specifically on the subject. I have written him upon seeing this, so hopefully I will hear from him. Its been a while since communicating with him so hopefully we'll hear soon.

Maybe this is an idea I could use....a sword collection that would fit in the bookmobile!!

All the best,
Jim

[Robert]

Here are a few from the Philippines. They are probably in the letter opener class except one that I'm not sure what it is. From the left a Spanish influenced Dagger that has Port Sual Luzon scratched into the grip, length 7" The next is a Garab, length 6-1/2".The next a Talibon, length 7" and the last I don't know what to call, length 8-3/4". It is much better made and sharp enough to be used as a razor. If anyone has any ideas on the last one please let me know. Thank you.

Robert

[ausjulius]

interesting the little philipino knives, in mexico making miniature knives and also miniature pistols and rifles was a common trinket business in he 1930s or so, ive seen many mini machetes and swords and bowie knives and such aswell as mini k98 and 1896 mausers and colt 1911 pistols and such.. looking all made by hand..

i wounder what is the oldest miniature sword or knives that has been found.....