Collection & import of edged weapons in Italy.

[A. G. Maisey]

Can anybody provide an explanation of the legislation governing the import of edged weapons to Italy?

What hoops does a collector of edged weapons in Italy need to jump through?

Going back a few years --- circa 2005 --- a collector of swords, daggers etc needed a permit from the police to collect, and a further permit from the police to allow entry to the country.

I understand the international postal agreements prohibit the carrying of edged weapons into Italy, and possibly other European Union countries, by mail, but my enquiries seem to indicate that carriage by couriers such as DHL is perfectly acceptable, provided the relevant permits have been obtained.

Can anybody clarify the situation?

Thank you.