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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st February 2023, 08:55 AM
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Posted By kahnjar1
Hi Ken, My pick would also be Morocco. Those...

Hi Ken,
My pick would also be Morocco. Those heart shaped decos remind me of something to do with Islamic culture/beliefs. Perhaps someone else can elaborate.
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th January 2023, 05:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,160
Posted By kahnjar1
Here is one I have with Thuluth and with the...

Here is one I have with Thuluth and with the scabbard of lizzard?? skin.
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 22nd January 2023, 10:37 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 84,419
Posted By kahnjar1
Unhappy While whaling today is frowned upon, surely...

While whaling today is frowned upon, surely discussion of the topic is still acceptable. Don't forget that this Forum discusses items which are designed to kill people which surely is less...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 18th January 2023, 02:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,000
Posted By kahnjar1
You are right....Maori weapons are either green...

You are right....Maori weapons are either green stone, or other stone, also sometimes hardwood.
Forum: European Armoury 24th December 2022, 04:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 18,628
Posted By kahnjar1
Merry Christmas to All

A New Zealand Christmas tree. The Pohutukawa
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate, and to those who do not, have a Happy Holiday.
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 17th December 2022, 12:11 AM
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Views: 26,131
Posted By kahnjar1
As you say there is no way to separate the jaws...

As you say there is no way to separate the jaws BUT there looks to be a screw on the top of the "jaw" which could well secure a new flint.
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 13th December 2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,305
Posted By kahnjar1
Thanks David. Do I take from your answer above...

Thanks David. Do I take from your answer above that the script reads something like "Good Luck" (Splendid Prospect)?
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 13th December 2022, 08:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,305
Posted By kahnjar1
Hi Rick, Point taken, but I understand that...

Hi Rick,
Point taken, but I understand that these were used for storage within the house rather than a storehouse. As has been mentioned by Peter Hudson above, they were also used thruout Asia and...
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 12th December 2022, 09:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,305
Posted By kahnjar1
Thank you David, yes that would be great thanks...

Thank you David, yes that would be great thanks and if you get any result could you please advise me.
Regards Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 11th December 2022, 06:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,305
Posted By kahnjar1
Thanks David but I am not a Member of this Site. ...

Thanks David but I am not a Member of this Site.
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 11th December 2022, 12:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,305
Posted By kahnjar1
Any idea of translation? Stu

Any idea of translation?
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 10th December 2022, 09:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,305
Posted By kahnjar1
Hi David, I'm almost 100% sure that the script is...

Hi David, I'm almost 100% sure that the script is Chinese so if someone can translate then that should confirm origin.
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 10th December 2022, 09:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,305
Posted By kahnjar1
Thanks Fernando

Thanks Fernando
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 10th December 2022, 02:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,305
Posted By kahnjar1
CHINESE RICE CONTAINER??

Way out of my collecting theme but I rather liked it so it came home with me.
I believe that it is a Chinese Rice Container. Stands 60cm tall and is made of laquered paper mache, and bound with...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 4th November 2022, 01:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 43,894
Posted By kahnjar1
Thanks for the clarification Jim

Thanks for the clarification Jim
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd November 2022, 07:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 43,894
Posted By kahnjar1
Interesting photo Jim. I note he is leaning on a...

Interesting photo Jim. I note he is leaning on a Martini Henry rifle...captured from the Brits??
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd November 2022, 09:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 43,894
Posted By kahnjar1
Hi Kevin, I see others have replied so you...

Hi Kevin,
I see others have replied so you should have some guidance as to what is best for you to do to your Arm Dagger.... (nice piece by the way). What I mean by "age patina" is best shown by the...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd November 2022, 04:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 43,894
Posted By kahnjar1
Just a suggestion....do not over polish/clean it...

Just a suggestion....do not over polish/clean it as you will likely remove any age patina. It maybe 20th century but that was LAST century.
Stu
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 17th October 2022, 06:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 32,344
Posted By kahnjar1
Beautiful example of the "Altit" form of the...

Beautiful example of the "Altit" form of the Moroccan Mukahla. The style is from the Little Atlas Mountains of southern Morocco.... refer page 21 of Tirri's book Islamic Weapons Maghrib to Moghul....
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd October 2022, 09:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,203
Posted By kahnjar1
Also Moroccan........

Also Moroccan........
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd October 2022, 10:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,203
Posted By kahnjar1
Hi David, My guess is that it is Moroccan,...

Hi David,
My guess is that it is Moroccan, based on the general shape. Quite possible that a western style cut off could have been used. I have attached a pic of a similar shaped Moroccan flask but...
Forum: Swap Forum 28th September 2022, 11:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,518
Posted By kahnjar1
BOOK - Islamic and Oriental Arms-Robert Hales

Book for sale: Islamic and Oriental Arms and Armour by Robert Hales. ISBN978-0-9926315-0-5
Condition is as new complete with dust jacket.
US$195 including shipping.
Payment by PAYPAL ONLY please...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th September 2022, 09:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 36,768
Posted By kahnjar1
Hi Peter, The stamps look to be maybe Burmese...

Hi Peter,
The stamps look to be maybe Burmese but I could be wrong there. I would have thought South East Asian anyway. Can you please post pics of the whole item showing barrel length. The stock...
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 24th September 2022, 05:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 16,323
Posted By kahnjar1
Hi Steve, Not really sure but I would have...

Hi Steve,
Not really sure but I would have thought around the 1950s or 60s. Has seen quite a bit of use. I have 2 other similar grinders, one for coffee and the other most likely for spices or...
Forum: Swap Forum 11th September 2022, 05:02 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,321
Posted By kahnjar1
9 Primer Flasks for sale

Nine (9) assorted primer flasks for sale as shown. The Talahiq bottom left is no longer available sorry.
Asking US$750 for the lot including Worldwide Airmail
PM or email to bevnstu99@gmail.com ...
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