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Jim McDougall · 10th February 2010, 07:34 PM

Nicely patinated example of a Rajasthan type tulwar of about mid to late 19th century, most likely Rajput or possibly Sikh. While these forces were of course mounted, Sikhs were particularly feared for thier fast moving attacks from horseback. Rajputs often dismounted for combat.

Nice example of a well established form, and the patination looks great, please use restraint and stabilize any active corrosion using use gun oil or light oil , The patination on these old warriors is much of thier charisma.

All best regards,
Jim

10th February 2010, 07:34 PM	#3
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,100	Nicely patinated example of a Rajasthan type tulwar of about mid to late 19th century, most likely Rajput or possibly Sikh. While these forces were of course mounted, Sikhs were particularly feared for thier fast moving attacks from horseback. Rajputs often dismounted for combat. Nice example of a well established form, and the patination looks great, please use restraint and stabilize any active corrosion using use gun oil or light oil , The patination on these old warriors is much of thier charisma. All best regards, Jim