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Old 31st January 2021, 06:25 AM   #1
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The spear one with knuckle guard reminds me of the Zulu Ik'lwa which is used with a large shield as a thrusting weapon, much like a Roman legionary's gladius. The knuckle guard and all steel construction would be an evolutionary bonus. Shaka and Julius would, I have little doubt, love it.
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Old 31st January 2021, 10:53 AM   #2
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Hi Kubur,
Saintie are very rare. I sold one example in 2020. Here is the link with some additional info.
https://antiquesbythesea.com/product...rying-saintie/

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Old 31st January 2021, 12:46 PM   #3
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Hi Kubur,
Saintie are very rare. I sold one example in 2020. Here is the link with some additional info.
https://antiquesbythesea.com/product...rying-saintie/

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Regards, Peter
Thanks Peter
Beautiful object, the blade is really like a katar, if not a katar...
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