More info regarding this Georgian Kindjal

Hatumesh · 30th June 2009, 11:05 PM

The Kindjal is now in the Swap forum.

Jim McDougall · 2nd July 2009, 03:59 AM

Well, this was interesting. All the hissing and snarling is done it would seem but for a Parthian shot or two, and for all the entries on this thread, we have learned exactly zippety doo dah about why this is identified as either Circassian or Mingrelian (part of Georgia I believe).Why it is determined as either remains unknown to those of us who would like to learn about these weapons.....or perhaps I am the only one interested?

What is the circular symbol on the blade, anything symbolic or perhaps some Byzantine motif? Is the silverwork characteristic of Zugdidi? Ataghi? anything unique in the shape of pommel or mounts?

Its now in the swap forum, its secrets secure except for the chosen ones with the knowledge and the money to pursue more on it.

How patently disappointing.

TVV · 2nd July 2009, 04:31 AM

Jim,

I understand your frustration, but I would prefer not to comment on this item, and I have also withheld comments on the yataghan in the other thread. It seems that these objects are all for sale, and any comments here could influence a buyer's decision. We all make mistakes and I would hate to make a false statement, which may mislead a potential buyer.
I am sure others feel in a similar way.
Perhaps this topic should be closed for the time being?

Regards,
Teodor

David · 2nd July 2009, 04:46 AM

Indeed, this item is now in the swap forum and there should be no further comments on this thread until the item is sold or withdrawn.
Thread closed gentleman.

Andrew · 2nd July 2009, 05:02 AM

Agreed. What a shame.

30th June 2009, 11:05 PM	#1
Hatumesh Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Tel-Aviv, Israel Posts: 24	The Kindjal is now in the Swap forum.

2nd July 2009, 03:59 AM	#2
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,670	Well, this was interesting. All the hissing and snarling is done it would seem but for a Parthian shot or two, and for all the entries on this thread, we have learned exactly zippety doo dah about why this is identified as either Circassian or Mingrelian (part of Georgia I believe).Why it is determined as either remains unknown to those of us who would like to learn about these weapons.....or perhaps I am the only one interested? What is the circular symbol on the blade, anything symbolic or perhaps some Byzantine motif? Is the silverwork characteristic of Zugdidi? Ataghi? anything unique in the shape of pommel or mounts? Its now in the swap forum, its secrets secure except for the chosen ones with the knowledge and the money to pursue more on it. How patently disappointing.

2nd July 2009, 04:31 AM	#3
TVV Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,725	Jim, I understand your frustration, but I would prefer not to comment on this item, and I have also withheld comments on the yataghan in the other thread. It seems that these objects are all for sale, and any comments here could influence a buyer's decision. We all make mistakes and I would hate to make a false statement, which may mislead a potential buyer. I am sure others feel in a similar way. Perhaps this topic should be closed for the time being? Regards, Teodor

2nd July 2009, 04:46 AM	#4
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,250	Indeed, this item is now in the swap forum and there should be no further comments on this thread until the item is sold or withdrawn. Thread closed gentleman.

2nd July 2009, 05:02 AM	#5
Andrew Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: USA Posts: 1,725	Agreed. What a shame.