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katana · 23rd June 2007, 10:33 PM

Hi,
they are all Indian (Indo Persion weapons.) The dagger is a Katar. Both the swords are Tulwar, although the more curved bladed one would be considered a Shamshir. I would advise you to search all three terms (using the search facillity ) on this forum.

Oh, by the way, welcome to the forum, they are a great bunch and very knowlegeable.

As to the question whether they are tourist or not.....to my eyes and your photos I would say they are not.... are there any markings/symbols on any of the blades?
. You have a good selection to start your 'collecting career'

Regards David

23rd June 2007, 10:33 PM	#2
katana Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kent Posts: 2,658	Hi, they are all Indian (Indo Persion weapons.) The dagger is a Katar. Both the swords are Tulwar, although the more curved bladed one would be considered a Shamshir. I would advise you to search all three terms (using the search facillity ) on this forum. Oh, by the way, welcome to the forum, they are a great bunch and very knowlegeable. As to the question whether they are tourist or not.....to my eyes and your photos I would say they are not.... are there any markings/symbols on any of the blades? . You have a good selection to start your 'collecting career' Regards David