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Ian · 7th August 2007, 03:05 PM

That's an odd one. The dragon motif would seem to suggest a Chinese influence -- perhaps Tibetan

Does not look very sturdy or functional given the small amount of steel connecting the guard to the blade. Looks decorative or cermonial.

Ian.

7th August 2007, 03:05 PM	#5
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,361	That's an odd one. The dragon motif would seem to suggest a Chinese influence -- perhaps Tibetan Does not look very sturdy or functional given the small amount of steel connecting the guard to the blade. Looks decorative or cermonial. Ian.