Possible mystery - first clue

[DaveA]

Since this thread is getting long, for your reference here is an annotated picture of the sword showing the dimensions I reported earlier.

I also am attaching:

• three pictures of where the hilt and blade meet

• a top-down thickness picture

• a tip detail picture

• a picture showing me holding the sword with one hand -- note this was very difficult due to the weight distribution. This is not a one-handed weapon unless you are very strong.

Thank you very much for the comments and discussion thus far!

Best,

Dave A.