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14th May 2016, 02:11 PM
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LAST ONES.............
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14th May 2016, 04:41 PM
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Hi Rick,
Nice good Jazail, no inlays missing and the lock is really cool. I have to say that these guns are so common in the UK that sellers don't give you the change instead they give you a Jazail...not like you...again very good lock... |
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14th May 2016, 05:21 PM
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great pics of the mkgs
 thanx
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14th May 2016, 08:16 PM
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Yes, the markings on this one are real clear. Almost no fading. I'll take the lock off and see if I can find some more marks. Rick. |
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14th May 2016, 08:42 PM
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Thanks Rick!
On the European forum we are discussing EIC markings, and my thread is seeking any sword BLADES which are marked to the EIC. There has been a great deal of attention toward the outstanding work by David Harding 1997-99, "Small Arms of the East India Company". This is a huge 4 volume set and accordingly horrendously expensive. |
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14th May 2016, 09:48 PM
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As previously commented a VERY nice piece.
 Stu |
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14th May 2016, 09:59 PM
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While not usually a blade guy, I've been following your Thread. And I noticed the lock on this gun dated 1803 fits the guidelines you posted. An interesting coincidence was while I was corresponding with the gunsmith about the barrel, he asked me if I had a copy of Hardings "Introduction to EIC Small Arms" as per Richard's quote. He said to buy it - if you can find it!! I've Googled, but any reference says: not available, sold out, etc. Rick |
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15th May 2016, 01:39 AM
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Rick,
Congratulations on a fine acquisition. Until you can find your own copy of Harding, here's an excerpt which indeed confirms all the correct details on your lock. |
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14th May 2016, 08:13 PM
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LOL!!  Actually, from an historical standpoint, I'm not surprised that a lot of these ended up in the UK. There are quite a few in the States. But it's often difficult to locate one in better condition. And yes, a nice authentic Trade lock versus a locally made copy. That's one of the reasons I bought this one.Rick. |
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