Blacksmith forged sword, from ireland?

M ELEY · 31st July 2015, 08:45 PM

Sorry I missed your reply, Ken. Fascinating article! I am also intrigued by the pike shown. It resembles the common gaff hooks on naval vessels of the time. Thanks for posting it and good luck on identifying your sword. You might want to post it over on the Ethno side of the forum.
Mark

Ken Maddock · 31st July 2015, 11:06 PM

Hi Mark

Yes an amazing article, I am actually going to they reenactment of the 1798 rebellion this weekend, have to persuade wife but am winning her over
I will post up some pictures
As for the sword I will take your advice and go the ethnic route.
Best regards
Ken

Rick · 1st August 2015, 12:09 AM

I'm not entirely convinced this is Philippine; any more back story on this piece Ken ?
Purchased in Ireland ?

31st July 2015, 08:45 PM	#1
M ELEY Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: NC, U.S.A. Posts: 2,196	Sorry I missed your reply, Ken. Fascinating article! I am also intrigued by the pike shown. It resembles the common gaff hooks on naval vessels of the time. Thanks for posting it and good luck on identifying your sword. You might want to post it over on the Ethno side of the forum. Mark

31st July 2015, 11:06 PM	#2
Ken Maddock Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Ireland Posts: 104	Hi Mark Yes an amazing article, I am actually going to they reenactment of the 1798 rebellion this weekend, have to persuade wife but am winning her over I will post up some pictures As for the sword I will take your advice and go the ethnic route. Best regards Ken

1st August 2015, 12:09 AM	#3
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,365	I'm not entirely convinced this is Philippine; any more back story on this piece Ken ? Purchased in Ireland ?