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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 11th December 2025, 07:35 PM
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Views: 16,693
Posted By russel
This is very sad news. Robert was a friend, a...

This is very sad news. Robert was a friend, a valued member of the forum and an exceptional restorer. He will be missed.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th November 2025, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 12,753
Posted By russel
A beautiful Kampilan and an impressive video. I...

A beautiful Kampilan and an impressive video. I find it particularly interesting (after watching the clip at 1/4 speed) that the scabbard halves fall away BEFORE the blade hits the target. I wonder...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th December 2022, 12:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,094
Posted By russel
Forum Rules

While I admit that I cannot find the listing now, I am pretty sure I saw this group of weapons listed for sale recently on one of the Facebook Groups I follow.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 9th June 2022, 09:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 24,321
Posted By russel
Here's mine

This is a similar item from my collection, which I have always assumed as being from Borneo (happy to have my opinion challenged). Discussed here: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=22048...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 9th May 2021, 11:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 37,884
Posted By russel
Hi Detlef, The book is available as a free...

Hi Detlef,

The book is available as a free download online. It is a fantastic reference.

Cheers, Russel
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 4th May 2021, 02:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 15,135
Posted By russel
I'm far from being an authority on Indian arms,...

I'm far from being an authority on Indian arms, but I have suspicions about the authenticity of this sword: the blade seems of recent manufacture to me. But as I said, I'm no expert.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 24th February 2021, 04:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,988
Posted By russel
At almost 12 inches long, I seriously doubt it is...

At almost 12 inches long, I seriously doubt it is a Kirpan!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 24th December 2020, 09:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,838
Posted By russel
A Christmas Poem

I stumbled across a small book of poetry by a little known Australian poet (Bush Monastery, Royce Padman, 1974). The following seemed appropriate and timely to share with the forum.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 24th June 2020, 10:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 21,229
Posted By russel
You've done a great job of bringing this back to...

You've done a great job of bringing this back to life. Well done!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 24th June 2020, 10:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 40,946
Posted By russel
Stunning!

Stunning!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st May 2020, 01:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 23,102
Posted By russel
I stand corrected! Thanks for opening my eyes. ...

I stand corrected! Thanks for opening my eyes. :)

Cheers, Russel
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 30th April 2020, 01:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 23,102
Posted By russel
I agree, truly stunning. But I ask, is this...

I agree, truly stunning. But I ask, is this really a Faca de Ponta? All other examples I have seen have been single edged.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 29th April 2020, 12:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,781
Posted By russel
Yes, that's a really nice example. Most likely...

Yes, that's a really nice example. Most likely wootz.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th April 2020, 12:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,105
Posted By russel
I can't day anything helpful about the spearhead,...

I can't day anything helpful about the spearhead, but the other items are all far. Please show us more detail.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 24th April 2020, 05:30 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 205,072
Posted By russel
Here is another one from my collection. 12.5cm...

Here is another one from my collection. 12.5cm overall, 6.5cm blade. Well made and VERY sharp. I'm am not sure what this should be called.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 19th April 2020, 05:12 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 205,072
Posted By russel
Great topic Detlef, Here are a couple of...

Great topic Detlef,

Here are a couple of miniature Kukris from my collection. They are both 14cm long with 9cm blades, 2.8mm spine thickness at the bolster. While they may well have been made for...
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 21st December 2018, 01:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,865
Posted By russel
I believe the correct term for this type of...

I believe the correct term for this type of pointer is "Yad"
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th October 2017, 04:20 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 331,149
Posted By russel
Stunning example Detlef, congratulations!

Stunning example Detlef, congratulations!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 11th July 2017, 12:21 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 67,379
Posted By russel
Sue the BASTARDS!

Sue the BASTARDS!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 15th May 2017, 01:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,727
Posted By russel
I had hoped it was someone here who outbid me on...

I had hoped it was someone here who outbid me on that one, I'm keen to see the results of a polish and etch.

Cheers, Russel
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 24th April 2017, 04:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 15,151
Posted By russel
I'm also curious to see better images, and to...

I'm also curious to see better images, and to know the length. By the look of the typed page which it is photographed against, it seem very small.
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 25th March 2017, 04:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,458
Posted By russel
Thank you Jean, The flat face on the first...

Thank you Jean,

The flat face on the first pic isn't as pronounced in reality (more an artifact of the my poor photography).
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 13th March 2017, 01:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,458
Posted By russel
Bugis Keris?

Hello all,

This is my first post to the Keris Forum (I usually hang out over in the Ethnographic area). I recently picked up this Keris, rather cheaply, at a local auction. I am a complete novice...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th March 2017, 11:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 17,059
Posted By russel
The second Dha knife (Dha hmyaung) looks to be...

The second Dha knife (Dha hmyaung) looks to be from Burma to me.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 6th March 2017, 11:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 35,332
Posted By russel
Here is another reference to the label: ...

Here is another reference to the label:

http://flyandflea.blogspot.com.au/2009/09/46-doll-with-history.html
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