Landeszeughaus Graz

[Victrix]

Yes Europe is truly amazing. The armoury in Graz is well worth visiting but it was smaller than I thought and you need only half a day to see it. Also a bit annoying that Austria is becoming quite “woke.” I paid for guide at the armoury and this bloke turns up with a bushy beard and Fidel cap to offer his Marxist interpretation on everything.

I will post more pics later on the armour and polearms. There’s a Landhaus keller across the yard which serves excellent Wienerschnitzel (with cranberries) and refreshing local brew.

[awdaniec666]

Originally Posted by Victrix

I paid for guide at the armoury and this bloke turns up with a bushy beard and Fidel cap to offer his Marxist interpretation on everything.

What a nightmare when one just wants to hear details about the blades all around you at this place

[awdaniec666]

This is called a Fuhrmannsdusegge if anyone wonders. These were made for coachmen with space for cartriges in the scabbard. Around 1600 if I recall correctly.

[Victrix]

Originally Posted by awdaniec666

What a nightmare when one just wants to hear details about the blades all around you at this place

Yes it makes me fearful for the objects in the museums. That they are not fully appreciated by those in whose care they have been entrusted. The objects form part of our historical heritage.

[awdaniec666]

Usually those tourguides are just privateers or students who do this as a mini-job. It´s uncommon that they interact with the artifacts. One of my aunts has been tour guide at Malbork castle for one or two summers only. I think we can stay calm here.

[Victrix]

Originally Posted by awdaniec666

Usually those tourguides are just privateers or students who do this as a mini-job. It´s uncommon that they interact with the artifacts. One of my aunts has been tour guide at Malbork castle for one or two summers only. I think we can stay calm here.

I hope you are right.

[Rapier's Delight]

Originally Posted by Victrix

Yes it makes me fearful for the objects in the museums. That they are not fully appreciated by those in whose care they have been entrusted. The objects form part of our historical heritage.

I'm curious about what would make you fear for the integrity of the objects. I'm also very curious about what Marxist slant could be applied to discussing antique blades, but I'm not sure that fits the scope of the forum.

[Victrix]

Originally Posted by Rapier's Delight

I'm curious about what would make you fear for the integrity of the objects. I'm also very curious about what Marxist slant could be applied to discussing antique blades, but I'm not sure that fits the scope of the forum.

You are right that it doesnÂ’t fit the scope of the forum. ItÂ’s purpose is not to discuss politics but antique swords. I note that you chose not to comment on any of the pictures posted but preferred to zoom in on my text. My impression is that some of the objects could be better cared for. The guide mentioned that the museum used to employ five people to clean and take care of the objects, where they now only employ one. My concern is that as society changes, priorities change and in the process these historical objects might be seen as unimportant.