Did the English make katars?

Battara · 19th April 2007, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Rick

According to Warren's Sulu Zone there were Sheffield krisses made for trade with the S.Philippine tribes.

B.I · 19th April 2007, 11:56 PM

This one was owned by a friend of mine. European without a doubt. You cant see the decoration on the side-guards, but 100% not Eastern, and 100% never made to be used in a battle.

Rick · 20th April 2007, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Battara

You may be right in being skeptical Jose; after a consult of the book I may well be mistaken.

I could have sworn I read that .....

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