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Originally Posted by freebooter
A very interesting passage.
My opinion in this instance clearly differs though. The fabric wrapped around the hilt is part of the decoration of the scabbard that has come adrift as can be seen in the images of where it once was attached. By default and chance it now sits around the hilt.
I for one have not ever seen this leather strap noted in this passage, perhaps one of the more learned Indian scholars such as Jens can provide visual evidence of this.
The sabre as a whole is a wonderful piece to study and appears to have by design some good age to it.
The tweezers are a ponderous twist too! I like the design with the locking slide.
Thanks for sharing
Gav
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D'oh! I really should have paid closer attention - thanks Gav! I'll endeavour to find the reference for that above statement, mind.
- Meredydd (Who always forgets there's no automatic signature here.)