Recurved bladed with brass hilt.

Will M · 24th October 2016, 03:43 AM

Bob I agree there are many fake/repros around. This one has age to it and looks like a forged blade. The brass castings are detailed and well done unlike modern fakes. My guess is late 1800's to early 1900's, some things never go out of fashion!
I would like to see how they were worn, tucked into a sash or?
The blade is surprisingly sturdy in the brass guard, can see where the short tang has corroded. The ricasso line has worn from repeated cleanings.
I'm interested in the brass design it almost looks like snakes swallowing themselves but the one nearest the pommel appears as a helmet with eye perforations.

24th October 2016, 03:43 AM	#7
Will M Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: In the wee woods north of Napanee Ontario Posts: 395	Bob I agree there are many fake/repros around. This one has age to it and looks like a forged blade. The brass castings are detailed and well done unlike modern fakes. My guess is late 1800's to early 1900's, some things never go out of fashion! I would like to see how they were worn, tucked into a sash or? The blade is surprisingly sturdy in the brass guard, can see where the short tang has corroded. The ricasso line has worn from repeated cleanings. I'm interested in the brass design it almost looks like snakes swallowing themselves but the one nearest the pommel appears as a helmet with eye perforations.