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Join Date: Apr 2010
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Hi, This is my first post since joining this forum although I have spent many hours reading - lurking!
I bought this chopper in a boxed lot at auction last week although it was only this item that caught my eye. I remembered seeing similar items on this forum and in auction catalogues. However the others are cut from a sheet of steel whereas this is hollow cast and welded to the blade. I now dont think that this would have made a viable tool made in this fashion. My question - is this an old piece or have I bought a modern made "antique". Any comments would be appreciated. It won't be my first mistake or my last! ![]() Thanks in advance, Mark. |
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: The Sharp end
Posts: 2,928
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Hi Manokent,
Welcome to the forums. Your picture is below. Last edited by Atlantia; 10th November 2010 at 06:16 PM. |
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: The Sharp end
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Hi Manokent,
So, to continue..... You're axe is absolutely beautiful! My first thought was Scandanavian because of the ironwork, but of course the Fox is a common image here in England. So I'm now thinking early 20th century. Is it welded or forged? Whats the size/weight? I doubt that it's a weapon, but I do think its a fantastic thing. Regards Gene |
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Keris forum moderator
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Nova Scotia
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I agree with Gene that this is an awesome item, even regardless of age. It certainly would have attracted my eye. I also agree that it isn't a weapon and probably was made more as an art piece than for practical purposes. Is the edge sharp?
Welcome to the forums BTW. ![]() |
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Vikingsword Staff
Join Date: Nov 2004
Posts: 6,325
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If small; Sugar cutter ?
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Portugal
Posts: 9,694
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Welcome, Mark.
... a herb cutter? . |
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