Thanks gents, your input and knowledge is most valuable. Much for me to say, but not a lot of time....
Mark the picture you posted with the Dha research link is that type of blade I have mostly seen on these beautiful weapons, I will look at that link more closely.
Jim, you are absolutely right, this is the place to be. As I endeavour to collect weapons that are a little "different" I know I can rely on valuable input in these forums to reveal much more about them.
Stuart, thanks for bringing your knives to light, I'd almost say our knives are twins...Thanks too for the reference points, I'll be reading lots this Christmas.
Thanks again guys, great studying with you.
Gav.
PS can anyone pinpoint a Dha in their research with a clipped point that predates the British occupation of South East Asia?
