An Extremely Rare North Italian Arquebusier's Auxiliary Armament Saber, ca. 1510-15

[broadaxe]

Originally Posted by Matchlock

Excellent point, broadaxe, thank you so much!

Best,
Michael

Thank you, it seems your chest of wanders never runs out of surprizes!

Another thing, the thumb ring was very popular during the 17th century, though is known to be ealier. The guard composition looks of the 16th century fashion. You may have one of the earliest thumb ring weapons in existance.