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17th May 2007, 02:38 PM | #1 |
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Shi, Tutsi swords and others
Well I have got one of this type of sword now . There seems to be many styles through out the regions that use them. Congo and Rwanda possibly some similarity to Shona swords. I was not expecting quite such a heavy blade, really nice. Two lines of black. The lazy "s" or flat "z" section blade with the central rib 5mm thick, the length of the blade is 57.5cm, beautifully forged. I like the swelling at the forte. The only slight disappointment is the plant fibre weaving holding the scabbard together is a little worn. This would have been no problem for the original owner to replace when necessary. They might even have used copper wire which I could do if it gets any worse.
I am very happy with it for the price. Makes me think of the MGM film "WATUSI" that thrilled me as a young boy. I would like to compere this blade to others? Last edited by Tim Simmons; 17th May 2007 at 02:50 PM. |
17th May 2007, 05:18 PM | #2 |
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It's about time you picked one of these up Favio and I were feeling kind of guilty that we both had one and you didn't. Lew |
17th May 2007, 09:17 PM | #3 | |
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Hey Lew, we are not the only ones Tim I like the patina, congrats |
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18th May 2007, 01:18 AM | #4 |
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Hey! I want one also.
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You must first chant the special Shi sword mantra and have a lot of patience and a bit of luck before you can get one of these. Tim I will take a few photos of mine over the weekend so you can do your comparison on the blades. Lew |
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18th May 2007, 09:35 AM | #6 |
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Tim,
love the blade......could you post some close ups ? |
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