Knobkerries

tom hyle · 8th June 2005, 11:25 AM

Interesting that they are basically the same length and shape, but the one is so much more massive. Closely comparable to Shillelagh (spelling), but then a similarity between Bantu and Celtic would not be the first such seen. Are these purely a southern phenomenon? I've seen very similar clubs attributed to both E Africa and the Congo region, but often can't judge the accuracy of such IDs. Is it true they are made of rootwood? Your one appears to be ebony? The strength of the wood used must be great? Is it true the knobs are scars grown around an iron ring or wire? I would imagine, BTW, that good traditional using ones are still made, too; a decent weapon that a poor man can afford, or even make....

8th June 2005, 11:25 AM	#2
tom hyle Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Houston, TX, USA Posts: 1,254	Interesting that they are basically the same length and shape, but the one is so much more massive. Closely comparable to Shillelagh (spelling), but then a similarity between Bantu and Celtic would not be the first such seen. Are these purely a southern phenomenon? I've seen very similar clubs attributed to both E Africa and the Congo region, but often can't judge the accuracy of such IDs. Is it true they are made of rootwood? Your one appears to be ebony? The strength of the wood used must be great? Is it true the knobs are scars grown around an iron ring or wire? I would imagine, BTW, that good traditional using ones are still made, too; a decent weapon that a poor man can afford, or even make....