A INTERESTING MANDAU FOR IDENTIFICATION

Ian · 12th September 2015, 05:19 PM

Hi Barry:

Yes, I think it would benefit from a wrap at least. The blade is of good quality and I think the overall sword deserves some finishing on its hilt. The hilt is carved well (is it bone or antler?). In its native environment it would have been complete. Look forward to seeing what you do with it.

Ian.

Gustav · 12th September 2015, 06:07 PM

Is this the tang looking out? This could be perhaps a hint to a later marriage... it seems to be cleaned.

Also I find the scrollwork strange (and also a little bit the engravings especially towards the tip of blade) with the blade itself looking older for sure - yet I am not a specialist for Mandaus.

12th September 2015, 06:07 PM	#2
Gustav Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,307	Is this the tang looking out? This could be perhaps a hint to a later marriage... it seems to be cleaned. Also I find the scrollwork strange (and also a little bit the engravings especially towards the tip of blade) with the blade itself looking older for sure - yet I am not a specialist for Mandaus. Attached Images

12th September 2015, 05:19 PM	#1
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,614	Hi Barry: Yes, I think it would benefit from a wrap at least. The blade is of good quality and I think the overall sword deserves some finishing on its hilt. The hilt is carved well (is it bone or antler?). In its native environment it would have been complete. Look forward to seeing what you do with it. Ian.