Guduf sword

[Martin Lubojacky]

Hi Tim,
There is big and interesting collection of African weapons in "Náprstkovo muzeum" in Prague, nevertheless and unforunately - this collection is in deposits. But you can see, I think, Pacific collection and others there now. There is also a very small museum (I have not visited it yet) in Holice village, birthplace of Emil Holub (but majority of his collections is in museum in Vienna - as well as of other Austro-Hungarian travellers of Czech origin). I am not 100 % sure, but I think National Museum is closed because of reconstruction, now. Maybe you could visit "Pelého villa", but they only have masks and statues. I would visit also "Vojenské muzeum" (Army Museum). Nearly each castle or chateau has its collection of weapons, but mostly Austro Hungarian (but I saw also some Ethiopian ant others). And do not forget a few pubs in Prague (I would suggest "U zubatýho psa").

Hi Iain,
I do not want to discuss with old authorities, but, just for piquancy or for fun: You can find this kind of sword more easily on Cameroonian side (than in Nigeria), especially in Maroua market. I discussed it with one fellow - "antique dealer" from Borno State selling in Abuja market. He was of the opinion (I just repeat what he said) that it is possible to find this sword in Guoza Local Government Area where Guduf allegedly lives (I did not verify it on internet), nevertheles he was of the opinion this was mostly Matakam sword.
Regards,
Martin