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LabanTayo · 25th January 2006, 02:52 AM

Its not a sword, but its my newest toy.

Custom made for me, Elder Bamboo fly rod.
7' 10" 5 weight 2/2.

Andrew · 25th January 2006, 03:33 AM

I haven't been buying much lately, but this interesting little thing caught my eye:

These are the auction photos. I haven't had the time to take better shots.

Riding crop of woven textile/horsehair with new synthetic "naugahide" tip. Low-grade silver handle and wire work, small knife hidden in the handle.

There is a replica of a Thai royal seal set in the pommel.

Titus Pullo · 25th January 2006, 09:11 AM

Well, you know! Siam (now Thailand) was and is a melting pot of cultures. That could blade could have been inspired by Indian or Arab merchants. That's just my guess, but all I'm saying Thai people and culture are a blend of many ethnic groups, including Indians and the Malay people.

punal · 26th January 2006, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LabanTayo

Its not a sword, but its my newest toy.

Custom made for me, Elder Bamboo fly rod.
7' 10" 5 weight 2/2.

Do you deep sea fish, LabanTayo?
I never tried fly fishing, but sure am a saltwater fisherman.
So. Cal. to Maxican waters will surely give you lots of fun.

Can you post your biggest catch, I should say? just kidding!

punal

Rick · 26th January 2006, 07:11 PM

Okay , my three latest .

LabanTayo · 26th January 2006, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by punal

Do you deep sea fish, LabanTayo?
I never tried fly fishing, but sure am a saltwater fisherman.
So. Cal. to Maxican waters will surely give you lots of fun.

Can you post your biggest catch, I should say? just kidding!

punal

Punal,
Never been SW fishing. Maybe I need to have you guide me there in SoCal!!!

punal · 26th January 2006, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LabanTayo

Punal,
Never been SW fishing. Maybe I need to have you guide me there in SoCal!!!

LabanTayo,

I normally fish during mid-albacore season (June-July).
Blue/yellow fin tunas and dorados as well are out there during this time of year. Yeah, let me know if you can come over this summer! I'll tour you around So. Cal.! I even have an extra gear here for you, fully rigged ready to be cast. do you prefer conventional or spinning reel?

Punal

drdavid · 26th January 2006, 09:00 PM

Here is my latest, a beautiful Balinese golok.Blade length 17.75 inches, overall length 25.25 inches and the veneer on the sheath is spectacular.
Peculiarity: This is very large for a golok

punal · 27th January 2006, 01:09 AM

Horse hoof handle w/ three fullers Kris.
Over all length: 29"
Blade: 23"
Width: 2"

Robert · 27th January 2006, 02:56 PM

Not a weapon but still interesting. Ifugao, very fine and tight weaving probably early 20th century.

25th January 2006, 02:52 AM	#1
LabanTayo Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Kansas City Posts: 177	Its not a sword, but its my newest toy. Custom made for me, Elder Bamboo fly rod. 7' 10" 5 weight 2/2. Attached Images

26th January 2006, 07:11 PM	#5
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,347	Okay , my three latest . Attached Images

26th January 2006, 09:00 PM	#8
drdavid Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 372	Here is my latest, a beautiful Balinese golok.Blade length 17.75 inches, overall length 25.25 inches and the veneer on the sheath is spectacular. Peculiarity: This is very large for a golok Attached Images

27th January 2006, 01:09 AM	#9
punal Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 91	Horse hoof handle w/ three fullers Kris. Over all length: 29" Blade: 23" Width: 2" Attached Images

27th January 2006, 02:56 PM	#10
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	Tangkil Armband Not a weapon but still interesting. Ifugao, very fine and tight weaving probably early 20th century. Attached Images

25th January 2006, 03:33 AM	#2
Andrew Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: USA Posts: 1,725	I haven't been buying much lately, but this interesting little thing caught my eye: These are the auction photos. I haven't had the time to take better shots. Riding crop of woven textile/horsehair with new synthetic "naugahide" tip. Low-grade silver handle and wire work, small knife hidden in the handle. There is a replica of a Thai royal seal set in the pommel.

25th January 2006, 09:11 AM	#3
Titus Pullo Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 123	Well, you know! Siam (now Thailand) was and is a melting pot of cultures. That could blade could have been inspired by Indian or Arab merchants. That's just my guess, but all I'm saying Thai people and culture are a blend of many ethnic groups, including Indians and the Malay people.