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17th March 2012, 04:34 AM | #1 |
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Swept Hilt Rapier is it a copy
Hi Guys
Spotted this swept hilt rapier at a local arms fair, just looked odd to us and we usually assume we are looking at a Victorian copy. At lunch with a bunch of other collectors the sword was the subject of much debate, some thought it real (but they were not rushing back to the show to buy it) others where sure it’s just another Victorian copy with some age to the hilt. I believe it will be going to auction if it does not sell at the fair, what do you guys think, real or fake. Cheers Cathey and Rex Last edited by Cathey; 17th March 2012 at 05:57 AM. |
17th March 2012, 04:50 AM | #2 |
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Looks like a nicely made 19th or earlier 20th century piece to me.
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17th March 2012, 10:14 AM | #3 |
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there is nothing that makes me doubt to classify this a later reproduction.
probably early 20th century. best, |
17th March 2012, 01:01 PM | #4 |
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Careful chaps. Remember the rules about discussing items currently offered for sale.
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18th March 2012, 12:52 PM | #5 |
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Sorry but no discussions on the open forum on pending sale items!
Thread is now closed. Lew |
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