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					Originally Posted by Kubur
					
				 
				Congratulations Harry it's a super good catch and all good! 
If i was you i'll remove the modern rivets in the guard. 
Expect the pommel missing, it's a very complete and original Syrian sword. 
I've never seen British blade on this kind of sword,maybe Jim can show us some models or more information to support his proposal. 
Kubur 
			
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 Thanks Kubur! Any chance you can translate the Arabic at the scabbard throat? I think there is another quote at the chape, but it does not show up very well in the photos. Thanks again. I appreciate your help!