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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 24th June 2023, 09:15 AM
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Views: 99,661
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Looking for info on this African turtle pendant

Hi guys, I was wondering if anyone can tell me anything about this. Not sure if vintage or antique, or whereabouts in Africa it might have come from
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 19th June 2023, 11:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 98,768
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Possible Makura Yari shaft?

Hi guys, I bought this unusual shaft a few months ago. Periodically tried researching it but still have no idea what it is. The seller suggested it might be the shaft of a Japanese pillow spear but I...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd March 2023, 12:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 112,905
Posted By tool_of_a_took
There’s a few inches sharpened along the back...

There’s a few inches sharpened along the back edge near the tip
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2023, 01:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 112,905
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Unusual African short sword / knife

Hi guys, can anyone tell me anything about this knife? I’ve come across lots of African knives at antique fairs and shops but not seen one with this shape before. Makes me think of a bayonet
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 14th February 2023, 05:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 50,451
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Awesome, thanks for all the info! I have a...

Awesome, thanks for all the info! I have a penchant for weapons modified in period, so these are right up my alley
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th February 2023, 03:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 50,451
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Oh cool, that’s super interesting. I’m guessing...

Oh cool, that’s super interesting. I’m guessing that’ll mean it’s not particularly valuable, but it’s almost more interesting to me that a peasant might have used it. It’s easy to get caught up in...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 11th February 2023, 11:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 50,451
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Help identifying Japanese tsuka / sword handles

Hi guys, recently acquired these tsukas at auction.

I know the first one is a WW2 NCO tsuka, but need help with the other 2. Can’t find anything similar to the metal dragon tsuka so absolutely any...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 20th October 2022, 09:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 70,471
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Ah, think I forgot to press the upload button....

Ah, think I forgot to press the upload button. I’ll add them again
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 19th October 2022, 11:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 70,471
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Looking for info on this carved bone kris

Hi guys, I don’t know a whole lot about kris / keris knives but really liked the design of this one so had to buy it.

Any info is appreciated though I’m mainly interested in the age and origin.
...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 19th September 2022, 04:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,943
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Ah cool, thanks for the firsthand knowledge. Your...

Ah cool, thanks for the firsthand knowledge. Your guess makes a lot of sense. There were some African pieces in the lot as well so I’m guessing the previous owner travelled a lot
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 17th September 2022, 10:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,943
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Looking for info on these Dayak(?) pieces

Hey guys, I recently got these for super cheap in an auction so I’m not expecting them to be anything special. As they don’t seem particularly old I’m assuming they’re tourist pieces. The only reason...
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 11th September 2022, 09:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,654
Posted By tool_of_a_took
The design at the centre is a 1969 Uruguayan peso...

The design at the centre is a 1969 Uruguayan peso coin. Not sure why it would be on a powder flask. I’m guessing it’s not an original part and is a more recent addition? If it is an original part...
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 9th September 2022, 11:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 48,144
Posted By tool_of_a_took
I’ve got a few trousses I’d like to learn more about

Hi guys, I’m trying to find out which culture these trousses belong to. Tibetan, Manchu, Mongolian etc? Also are they likely to be genuine antiques or vintage tourist pieces?
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 9th September 2022, 08:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 76,960
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Spot on. I’m finding loads of examples now I have...

Spot on. I’m finding loads of examples now I have the right keywords. Thanks for the info
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th September 2022, 11:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 76,960
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Awesome, thanks guys, I never would’ve guessed...

Awesome, thanks guys, I never would’ve guessed Cambodia
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th September 2022, 11:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 76,960
Posted By tool_of_a_took
Can anyone help identify this knife?

Hi guys, I recently won this knife at auction. I’m trying to find out where it came from and how old it is. I’m guessing it’s most likely a tourist piece, but I’ve never seen another one like it and...
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