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Jim McDougall · 23rd November 2007, 04:26 AM

Thank you for posting these Fernando, very interesting polearms, and I am with you in that I would be interested in knowing more on possible historic connections or sources. It seems that in many weapons that may be of somewhat questionable value in their quality, may of course still carry certain merit in the use for which they are intended, in this case ceremonial, and especially in temple use.
Many weapons intended for such use in temples and religious processions are representative often of actual weapons in use, and further often carry key symbolism that help us learn more on the history and culture of the people using them.
We are fortunate to have Philip's, as always, eloquently described and informative detail providing just that type of information. Its always great to learn more on the weapons we discuss, and while friendly banter and critique is always fun, its good to add some constructive observation and notes into the mix, to accomplish doing that !

Thanks for keepin' it real guys!

All best regards,
Jim

P.S. Just saw your post Vandoo, well said!!!!

23rd November 2007, 04:26 AM	#12
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,192	Thank you for posting these Fernando, very interesting polearms, and I am with you in that I would be interested in knowing more on possible historic connections or sources. It seems that in many weapons that may be of somewhat questionable value in their quality, may of course still carry certain merit in the use for which they are intended, in this case ceremonial, and especially in temple use. Many weapons intended for such use in temples and religious processions are representative often of actual weapons in use, and further often carry key symbolism that help us learn more on the history and culture of the people using them. We are fortunate to have Philip's, as always, eloquently described and informative detail providing just that type of information. Its always great to learn more on the weapons we discuss, and while friendly banter and critique is always fun, its good to add some constructive observation and notes into the mix, to accomplish doing that ! Thanks for keepin' it real guys! All best regards, Jim P.S. Just saw your post Vandoo, well said!!!!