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Old 9th May 2008, 09:57 PM   #1
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Default Afghan powder measure

Im currently located in Afghanistan and found this powder measure. I have been collecting these as well as original powder flasks, bullet molds and various edged weapons since I have been here. I was wondering if any experts had any info on this thing.
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Old 10th May 2008, 02:58 AM   #2
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Hi, wellcome to the Forum,
In this link you will find discussions on this type of things, as well as members who know a lot about them ... as also about jezails.

http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=6310

Give it some time, you will eventually have some answers to your questions.
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Old 10th May 2008, 03:34 PM   #3
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Nice piece definatly afghan probaly 1st 2nd afghan war. These are generally one of many items attached to a gunners ammunition belt. Have you picked up any complete belts? I would be interested in seeing them. Afghan pieces usually have 3 large influnces persian indian and english
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Old 12th May 2008, 08:53 PM   #4
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thanks for the info. I have seen numerous complete belts but haven picked any up. I can take some pics for you and post them when I get the opprotunity.
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Old 13th May 2008, 01:39 PM   #5
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Yes I would be interested in seeing pics
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