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Hi guys ,any ideas on the origins ,only 21 inches long .
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I have no clue unfortunately, but it look maybe from Africa? thats what I think though.
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Magnificent!!!! They look like Congo clubs to me. Maybe more like East African.
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Really nice...
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wow nice how much do those weigh? they look light.
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#6 |
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Tchokwe have clubs like yours, but they are not very known by weapons collectors.
So, maybe they are from this part of Congo/Angola. Some pics for exemples . Luc |
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Hi guys .thanks for your imput clubs are lightweight i doubt if they were made for real combat any ideas ?Will post a pic beside a goodsize knobkerrie ,i have clubs similair to your pics Luc but not the same will post as well Thanks graeme .
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That is a very nice set you have, I like the the new ball head one the most. Just what one needs.
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Very nice collection.
I think Luc is right in saying these are Tshokwe (or Chokwe). If they are lightweight, perhaps they were only used for dancing. I have one in my collection which could also be Tshokwe. It's not as nicely carved as yours, but it's heavy enough to use as a weapon. Length is 58 cm. ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Yes nice set, clubs are not easy to present on a stand, you have to find a good idea to show them !
Luc |
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