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Old 3rd February 2013, 03:56 AM   #5
M ELEY
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Very nice smallsword! I've been wanting to pick one up with the colichmarde blade. These were even popular with naval officers, I'm told. I especially like the large 'fighting' hilt. The guard seems almost flat vs cupped and the large pas de' an (spelling!?) indicates pre-1800. I envy you!
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