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Location: Warwickshire, England
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Hi Charles,
The Dervish pic credit I believe belongs to Eric from this forum - "Estrch". I had it saved, and I think it was Eric who sent it to me. Regarding the real use of these weapons, I believe they would be fine for 'civilian' use. I would not want to be hit by one!! But perhaps the other forum members are right too, they would not stand a heavy battle. You have them in your hands Charles, what's your opinion? Regards Runjeet |
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So now there are four known images of these weapons, it is interesting that they have been able to remain hidden. There must be some more information on them somewere.
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Greenville, NC
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Another one that is somewhat similar at least in the idea of it.
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As stated, the ones in the period photos look to be more substantially made. With the welds being so obvious, and not very well dressed, I'm thinking the ones shown here, are either ceremonial, or purely older tourista examples. None the less, very attractive weapons.
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I wonder if those dervish poleaxes are specific to a certain tasavvufi order in Iran?
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Location: Buraimi Oman, on the border with the UAE
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Salaams Charles S , Here you picture exactly the apparel worn by Suffi Dervish including the Begging Bowl (KashKull) and the prayer beads... Regards, Ibrahiim al Balooshi. |
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Join Date: Jun 2013
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Let me add another one found recently...
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