How old is this Kaskara?

[harrywagner]

Originally Posted by Jim McDougall

I always hesitate to use the term 'tourist' or 'fake' as in ethnographic weapons these traditional items are often proudly worn as status symbols and accoutrements of distinction by these people . While often they may be 'purchased' by tourists as souveniers, they are still often produced faithfully to traditional standards despite commercialism always finding other options.

Thanks Jim. I call this one a fake only because I think it has been altered to look much older than it actually is. I don't see how 65 years of ceremonial use could do this. Well, maybe if part of your ceremony involved dragging it behind your car!

I share your appreciation of ethnographic weapons. I don't mind contemporary pieces. Age is not much of a consideration for me since the overall design of many of these weapons has not changed in eons. I consider that a luxury.

Harry