Transitional, Victorian, Other?

Hotspur · 14th October 2019, 04:35 PM

Thanks guys.

Yes, even a very modern replica is certainly a possibility. As to an acid mark, I would say that is not too uncommon at the earlier timeline. The size/scale of the hilt could perhaps explain a decorative purpose but then again, the acute point not what one would expect for such.

A 20th century piece would be more likely to be a threaded union but once in hand I might see more clues. It could be all pot metal and cast iron

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Cheers
GC

14th October 2019, 04:35 PM	#9
Hotspur Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Nipmuc USA Posts: 528	Thanks guys. Yes, even a very modern replica is certainly a possibility. As to an acid mark, I would say that is not too uncommon at the earlier timeline. The size/scale of the hilt could perhaps explain a decorative purpose but then again, the acute point not what one would expect for such. A 20th century piece would be more likely to be a threaded union but once in hand I might see more clues. It could be all pot metal and cast iron . Cheers GC