In Conversation with Jim McDougall — A Great Beginning to the Interview Genre

Battara · 22nd October 2025, 03:18 AM

Oh I count Jim not only a rare and greatly prized resource, but also a good natured and honest gentleman whom I am honored to be acquainted. We are lucky to have him here on our little forum!

Ian · 22nd October 2025, 08:13 PM

Completely agree. This site's "Arms Historian" is a true gentleman and scholar. Jim has helped so many of us here to understand the arms of cultures around the globe. A remarkable contribution to the field of arms and armor collecting.

Jim McDougall · 23rd October 2025, 02:03 AM

Ian and Jose, in a rare occasion I am lost for words, and cannot thank you enough for such kind words! All I can say is that the sentiments are very mutual, and we've all worked together to make this little forum great

TVV · 27th October 2025, 08:30 PM

While I am still yet to meet Jim, and hopefully will one day, here is an article that gives us a glimpse into the legend:

https://objet.art/as/articles/68c95d7d9dc219f9828d9739

22nd October 2025, 03:18 AM	#1
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,362	Oh I count Jim not only a rare and greatly prized resource, but also a good natured and honest gentleman whom I am honored to be acquainted. We are lucky to have him here on our little forum!

22nd October 2025, 08:13 PM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,598	Completely agree. This site's "Arms Historian" is a true gentleman and scholar. Jim has helped so many of us here to understand the arms of cultures around the globe. A remarkable contribution to the field of arms and armor collecting.

23rd October 2025, 02:03 AM	#3
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,720	Ian and Jose, in a rare occasion I am lost for words, and cannot thank you enough for such kind words! All I can say is that the sentiments are very mutual, and we've all worked together to make this little forum great

27th October 2025, 08:30 PM	#4
TVV Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,735	While I am still yet to meet Jim, and hopefully will one day, here is an article that gives us a glimpse into the legend: https://objet.art/as/articles/68c95d7d9dc219f9828d9739