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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 18th November 2016, 12:30 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 91,961
Posted By CharlesS
I just received mine, and am so impressed....not...

I just received mine, and am so impressed....not just "eye candy", but there is real substance here!

Thanks Jens!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th November 2016, 09:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 21,113
Posted By CharlesS
Lovely example from top to bottom, and how nice...

Lovely example from top to bottom, and how nice to find these complete with sheath...and in such great condition!!

Congrats!!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th November 2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 17,427
Posted By CharlesS
WOW! I have never seen a blade restored liked...

WOW! I have never seen a blade restored liked that! Very impressive!...not to mention a lovely piece!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 31st October 2016, 10:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 21,739
Posted By CharlesS
Kurt, this is, indeed, one of the most lovely...

Kurt, this is, indeed, one of the most lovely kilijs/palas I have seen in some time. I am a real fan of this sword style and type, though some would consider them "late"...if the 19th century can be...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 30th October 2016, 09:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,730
Posted By CharlesS
Absolutely lovely example from top to...

Absolutely lovely example from top to bottom....congrats!

The scabbard does look younger, but don't worry about that. How well does it fit the mouth of the scabbard?

Again, great find!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 29th October 2016, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 10,150
Posted By CharlesS
bump

bump
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 19th October 2016, 04:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,330
Posted By CharlesS
Classic Ceylonese/Sinhalese Patisthanaya Polearm

The Sinhalese patisthanya is a polearm not often encountered, especially with a haft in this near excellent condition. This one is huge at 7ft.8in. with a head that is 15in. overall, with an 8.5in....
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 18th October 2016, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 10,150
Posted By CharlesS
Help with Ottoman Yataghan Cartouche Translation

In would be most grateful for any help in translating the cartouche from this Ottoman yataghan.

Thanks in advance!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 15th October 2016, 08:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,290
Posted By CharlesS
Here is a previous thread about the Egyptian...

Here is a previous thread about the Egyptian helmet.

http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=16920&highlight=egyptian+helmet
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 10th October 2016, 10:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 39,864
Posted By CharlesS
Often the straight swords I have seen from this...

Often the straight swords I have seen from this region with the same type hilts, do not have a scabbard with a flared tip, even though so much else about the scabbard is the same.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th October 2016, 08:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,985
Posted By CharlesS
According to our friends on the Borneo Forum this...

According to our friends on the Borneo Forum this is a parang bedak and originates in southern Borneo. Apparently it is a rather rare sword in the Borneo arsenal.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th October 2016, 11:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 39,864
Posted By CharlesS
A 1907 photo postcard....

A 1907 photo postcard....
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th October 2016, 04:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,985
Posted By CharlesS
A Banjarmasin Borneo Sword...But What is the Correct Term For It???

I am rather sure this sword originated in Borneo, and most likely Banjarmasin. Schmeltz's plate on swords from that area shows an example of a sword with an identical hilt...the largest sword on the...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th October 2016, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,481
Posted By CharlesS
Another Unique Malay Sundang ... With All Silver Hilt

I picked this piece up last February and have recently had the missing silver bands on the scabbard restored(Thanks Battara!). It is another quite unique example of a Malay sundang. The blade is down...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 27th September 2016, 04:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,758
Posted By CharlesS
I agree Royston. This is a very nice example of a...

I agree Royston. This is a very nice example of a quite rare sword. The scabbards for these are most unusual and interesting.

I purchased this one from Oriental Arms several years ago:
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th September 2016, 03:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,036
Posted By CharlesS
Thanks for sharing these lovely pics! Nothing...

Thanks for sharing these lovely pics! Nothing beats pics for research!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th September 2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,036
Posted By CharlesS
Thanks for sharing these lovely pics! Nothing...

Thanks for sharing these lovely pics! Nothing beats pics for research!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th September 2016, 05:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,573
Posted By CharlesS
Thanks so much guys....very helpful!

Thanks so much guys....very helpful!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th September 2016, 02:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,573
Posted By CharlesS
Help With An Arabic Kindjal Inscription Please....

I am hoping one of our Arabic speakers will be kind enough to translate the inscription on the rear of the chape of this kindjal.

Thanks in advance!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st September 2016, 12:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 25,204
Posted By CharlesS
Great piece Ron. I love the crisp fullering and...

Great piece Ron. I love the crisp fullering and matching twistcore...so bold and consistent!

Great get! Congrats!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 30th August 2016, 06:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 15,379
Posted By CharlesS
I think Oliver is referring to the perception of...

I think Oliver is referring to the perception of an "open jaw" that the pommel may be perceived to form.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th August 2016, 11:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 14,188
Posted By CharlesS
Great input Ian...thanks!!!

Great input Ian...thanks!!!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th August 2016, 11:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 15,485
Posted By CharlesS
Great contribution Alan. The "afterthought" goes...

Great contribution Alan. The "afterthought" goes a long ways towards explaining the difference in terms. One almost seems like the action while the other does the action.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th August 2016, 02:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 15,485
Posted By CharlesS
Alan, Can you please clarify the use of...

Alan,

Can you please clarify the use of "parang" vs. "pedang". Previously I had thought two terms to be fairly generic terms for sword. Indonesians I have spoken to about the terms had laid them...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th August 2016, 02:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 14,188
Posted By CharlesS
Yes, Royston, that's it. Thanks!

Yes, Royston, that's it. Thanks!
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