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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 30th March 2019, 02:06 PM
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Views: 34,441
Posted By Robert
Hello Detlef, Now that you have your beautiful...

Hello Detlef, Now that you have your beautiful new toy in hand I have a couple of questions. Is the metal on the end of the hilt a simple band or is it an actual cap that completely covers the end?...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 29th March 2019, 05:38 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 34,441
Posted By Robert
It was not my intent to infer that this style of...

It was not my intent to infer that this style of panabas was ever meant to be used as a primary weapon in battle, but instead could have possibly been carried either as a secondary weapon or as you...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 27th March 2019, 11:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 34,441
Posted By Robert
Detlef, I hope that you do not mind but I have...

Detlef, I hope that you do not mind but I have added a couple of photos edited to show the engraving on the blade a bit better. I have seen several other styles of smaller panabas before, but this is...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th March 2019, 12:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 20,841
Posted By Robert
Are you saying that this piece is currently being...

Are you saying that this piece is currently being offered for sale at auction? If so you will not only need to read the rules on posting photos, but especially those pertaining to items that are...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 20th March 2019, 12:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 38,298
Posted By Robert
The model 1893 7X55 Mauser rifle used by the...

The model 1893 7X55 Mauser rifle used by the Spanish forces would also produce a hole as the one seen in this barong. It is late here (for me anyway) and I had forgotten about the broom handle Mauser...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 20th March 2019, 02:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 38,298
Posted By Robert
Looking closely at the bullet hole in the blade...

Looking closely at the bullet hole in the blade and scabbard and the way the damage is done I do not believe that this was caused by any pistol round of that era. Even if it was done at point blank...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 10th March 2019, 01:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 44,327
Posted By Robert
I totally agree, here is one of those "inferior"...

I totally agree, here is one of those "inferior" Luzon blades where I would say the quality of both workmanship and materials used is equal to or better than any Moro pieces I have ever owned or so...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th March 2019, 05:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,478
Posted By Robert
Three days have been quite adequate enough time...

Three days have been quite adequate enough time for you to have reposted your photos in the correct manner.

Robert
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd March 2019, 06:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,626
Posted By Robert
Posting photos of the item you are asking about...

Posting photos of the item you are asking about would help. If you are having problems loading photos to your post check here; http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=13631

Best,
Robert
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd March 2019, 06:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,478
Posted By Robert
Please post your photos to the forum in the...

Please post your photos to the forum in the proper manner by downloading them directly to this post. If you are having problems look at the stickies at the top of the Ethno forum page and you will...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th February 2019, 08:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,134
Posted By Robert
Hello Carlos, What a beautiful new addition to...

Hello Carlos, What a beautiful new addition to your collection. Before I offer my two cents worth (opinion) on the possible origin of this piece would you be so kind as to add a few new photos? If...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th February 2019, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,216
Posted By Robert
Hello Carlos, I totally agree with what both Jose...

Hello Carlos, I totally agree with what both Jose and Ian have said with one exception. The groove cut into the hilt in my eyes looks a bit wide for the usual twisted wire making me believe that it...
Forum: Swap Forum 14th February 2019, 02:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,722
Posted By Robert
SOLD, Thank you.

SOLD, Thank you.
Forum: Swap Forum 14th February 2019, 06:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,722
Posted By Robert
WWII American Theater MadeTrench Knife

A very nice WWII theater made trench knife with replacement leather scabbard. The knife itself is 14-1/2 inches in total length with a 10-1/4 inch blade. Very well made and still sharp. Asking...
Forum: Swap Forum 13th February 2019, 09:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 5,125
Posted By Robert
Tuareg Knife For Sale

Interesting Tuareg knife for sale. $45.00 plus $10.00 shipping to the lower 48 states. International shipping will very by location, but only actual shipping cost only as I do not charge for...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th February 2019, 06:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,710
Posted By Robert
Still looks like a bugs lunch to me, especially...

Still looks like a bugs lunch to me, especially in the last photo. :shrug: Have you thought to pull the plug between the last two fingers to see if the hole there was intentionally drilled or if it...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 10th February 2019, 05:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 15,983
Posted By Robert
I have had the opportunity on several occasions...

I have had the opportunity on several occasions to remove the style of hilt shown in the original photos to make repairs. On every one of these the tang extended completely through the hilt before...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 10th February 2019, 02:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,710
Posted By Robert
Sounds like insect damage to me.

Sounds like insect damage to me.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 9th February 2019, 11:55 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 882,281
Posted By Robert
Ibrahiim, As you well know unfortunately a simple...

Ibrahiim, As you well know unfortunately a simple and completely unintentional mistake was made in an attempt to remove a photo deemed offensive and inappropriate that has now resulted in the...
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 9th February 2019, 11:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,888
Posted By Robert
This would be my guess as well, an old smudge pot...

This would be my guess as well, an old smudge pot just missing the wick assembly. :shrug: These would use just about any oil that would burn, from kerosene and other petroleum oils to whale and olive...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 9th February 2019, 06:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,710
Posted By Robert
I was speaking in reference to the hole on the...

I was speaking in reference to the hole on the other side of the finger behind the tang fittings. "IF" this hole was made by an insect larva the side where it broke through would be larger. :shrug:
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th February 2019, 07:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,710
Posted By Robert
Looking at where this hole is positioned and the...

Looking at where this hole is positioned and the damage around the edge I would hazard to say that this was caused by an insect chewing through from the other side. I have seen this same damage on...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th February 2019, 07:30 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 83,019
Posted By Robert
Actually I prefer the older working examples and...

Actually I prefer the older working examples and most of my collection is made up of these with a few more elaborate pieces thrown in when I find ones that I can afford. :D You are quite correct that...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 6th February 2019, 12:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 83,019
Posted By Robert
You are most welcome. Unfortunately as this was...

You are most welcome. Unfortunately as this was sold by auction and came to me with no provenance what so ever.:( Here though is a link to the original thread on this piece that contains a few of...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 6th February 2019, 07:07 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 83,019
Posted By Robert
Here is an example from my collection. Best,...

Here is an example from my collection.

Best,
Robert
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