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30th April 2011, 03:18 PM
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Not my area of collecting but this one is very beautiful!
 Which material is used by the handle grips?Regards, Detlef |
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30th April 2011, 03:21 PM
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In a change from the usual Rhino horn, this one seems to be Ivory. Best Wishes Gene |
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30th April 2011, 03:22 PM
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Great looking piece Gene, congrats!
I have a similar story with a recent purchace from OA. Detlef, the hilt material appears to be walrus ivory, most unusual. Gav |
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30th April 2011, 03:38 PM
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Thanks mate. It's frustrating when you miss out and see someone else buying something nice. I've literally been reaching for something and someone has picked it up first!!!  I was suprised he didn't resell it instantly, lucky he's just a locally based dealer I guess! Do you really it's think Walrus? Here's some better pics: Last edited by Atlantia; 30th April 2011 at 05:07 PM. |
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30th April 2011, 04:57 PM
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yes, by looking to the additional pictures Gene posted I think you are right, it seems to be walrus ivory.  Regards, Detlef |
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30th April 2011, 05:06 PM
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I hadn't even considered Walrus. I didn't know it was a material used for Omani Hilts. That's an interesting development! |
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30th April 2011, 05:49 PM
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No shots of the blade?
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30th April 2011, 06:19 PM
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So any thoughts? |
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30th April 2011, 07:16 PM
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Congratulations from me as well - great piece overall, and I love the walrus ivory hilt.
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