Sudan Sword (Kaskara) and Knife Paper

Jim McDougall · 11th November 2010, 12:31 AM

I agree, this paper is superb!!! and perfect insight into the development of the kaskara as it became produced into the 20th century. To collect these weapons is interesting indeed, but to factor in the incredible dimension that can be seen through reading Ed's wonderful perspective and detail takes the understanding of ethnographic weapons to wonderful new levels.

Thank you so much Ed!!!!!!

All the very best,
Jim

Gavin Nugent · 11th November 2010, 01:30 AM

What a great surprise to see this wonderful work so freely shared within these pages. Ed your work is outstanding.
These pieces old or new are timeless. There really are only one of a hand full of edged weapons still being used in modern times by their cultural 'owners' and it is fantastic to get an insight into facets of the industry and culture that are rarely bought to light in any context.

thanks

Gav

Edster · 11th November 2010, 08:41 PM

Thank you all very much. Its rewarding and validating to have the paper well received by such a knowledgable group as the EAA Forum.

Best regards,
Ed

11th November 2010, 01:30 AM	#2
Gavin Nugent Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,818	What a great surprise! What a great surprise to see this wonderful work so freely shared within these pages. Ed your work is outstanding. These pieces old or new are timeless. There really are only one of a hand full of edged weapons still being used in modern times by their cultural 'owners' and it is fantastic to get an insight into facets of the industry and culture that are rarely bought to light in any context. thanks Gav

11th November 2010, 12:31 AM	#1
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,281	I agree, this paper is superb!!! and perfect insight into the development of the kaskara as it became produced into the 20th century. To collect these weapons is interesting indeed, but to factor in the incredible dimension that can be seen through reading Ed's wonderful perspective and detail takes the understanding of ethnographic weapons to wonderful new levels. Thank you so much Ed!!!!!! All the very best, Jim

11th November 2010, 08:41 PM	#3
Edster Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 415	Thank you all very much. Its rewarding and validating to have the paper well received by such a knowledgable group as the EAA Forum. Best regards, Ed