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Forum: European Armoury 20th August 2020, 04:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,869
Posted By CSinTX
I would call it a bolo but cant say much past...

I would call it a bolo but cant say much past that.
Forum: European Armoury 14th August 2020, 05:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 26,190
Posted By CSinTX
Beautiful sword Philip. Love the large pommel and...

Beautiful sword Philip. Love the large pommel and matching finials.

Does the blade on yours taper much? I assume it must with the weight you list.
Forum: European Armoury 14th August 2020, 05:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 26,190
Posted By CSinTX
Unfortunately, I dont have a lot to compare it to...

Unfortunately, I dont have a lot to compare it to or know a way to give specs. When put side by side, it is slightly less flexible than this sword-...
Forum: European Armoury 12th August 2020, 05:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 26,190
Posted By CSinTX
Ill attempt to answer questions. Point of balance...

Ill attempt to answer questions. Point of balance is approximately 9.5cm in front of the guard. Weight is around 3.4lbs.

The indentations in the lower part on the blade are present on both sides...
Forum: European Armoury 10th August 2020, 05:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 26,190
Posted By CSinTX
Hand and a Half Sword

Recently added to my collection. Its extremely light and nimble in the hand. The blade is wide but flexible. The usual questions; age, origin, other known examples?

The straight line mark at the...
Forum: European Armoury 2nd July 2020, 06:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 22,066
Posted By CSinTX
Basket Hilt help?

A good friend contacted me today about an old sword that was in the possession of a family member. Its not often that truly old items popup here in the US. Almost everything here has been purchased...
Forum: European Armoury 14th June 2020, 07:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 44,044
Posted By CSinTX
more pics

more pics
Forum: European Armoury 14th June 2020, 06:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 44,044
Posted By CSinTX
Better pictures of Luka's sword. My take is the...

Better pictures of Luka's sword. My take is the blade is old and good. Pommel newer. Undecided on the hilt.
Forum: European Armoury 13th June 2020, 08:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 44,044
Posted By CSinTX
If you would like, email them to me at toledo321...

If you would like, email them to me at toledo321 at aol.com

I'll try to resize them in a way that will preserve the quality. Also, outside pictures under natural light will help.
Forum: European Armoury 12th June 2020, 02:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 44,044
Posted By CSinTX
Also pictures of the makers mark that you...

Also pictures of the makers mark that you mentioned.
Forum: European Armoury 10th June 2020, 01:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,700
Posted By CSinTX
A Victorian Breastplate

I just wanted to share this example for educational purposes. A nice old reproductive work of art. As you can see, the edges are "too straight". The form is nice but the thickness of the metal is too...
Forum: European Armoury 22nd May 2020, 06:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,373
Posted By CSinTX
Looks 19th C to me.

Looks 19th C to me.
Forum: European Armoury 1st April 2020, 04:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,157
Posted By CSinTX
A Reinforcement Breastplate

The recent thread reminded me that I had never shared and added this piece to our online library. Its quite thick and heavy. As always, all comments are welcome.
Forum: Swap Forum 1st April 2020, 04:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,087
Posted By CSinTX
$1480

$1480
Forum: European Armoury 28th March 2020, 04:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,466
Posted By CSinTX
Thumbs up Looks like you nailed it!

Looks like you nailed it!
Forum: European Armoury 20th March 2020, 03:45 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 59,743
Posted By CSinTX
I think you did good!

I think you did good!
Forum: European Armoury 2nd March 2020, 02:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,642
Posted By CSinTX
Never seen anything like it but the metal/patina...

Never seen anything like it but the metal/patina does look old.
Forum: European Armoury 2nd March 2020, 02:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,606
Posted By CSinTX
Never seen anything like it but the metal/patina...

Never seen anything like it but the metal/patina does look old.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd March 2020, 02:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 13,081
Posted By CSinTX
Never seen anything like it but the metal/patina...

Never seen anything like it but the metal/patina does look old.
Forum: European Armoury 28th February 2020, 02:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,827
Posted By CSinTX
I like it! Pieces in this condition always...

I like it! Pieces in this condition always intrigue me. Not so bad as a soil find but it obviously has been exposed to the elements some. Where has it been for the last 400 years?
Forum: European Armoury 13th February 2020, 02:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,951
Posted By CSinTX
That's a lot of money for a phone bid. The...

That's a lot of money for a phone bid.

The rust does look newer but I've seen confirmed viking swords found with the same rust.
Forum: European Armoury 31st January 2020, 08:18 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 96,067
Posted By CSinTX
She's a simple beauty! Looks like the hilt is...

She's a simple beauty! Looks like the hilt is engraved? Maybe start a thread on it with more detailed pictures?
Forum: European Armoury 31st January 2020, 03:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,953
Posted By CSinTX
Thanks for the info and other example. They look...

Thanks for the info and other example. They look like they could be twins.
Forum: European Armoury 31st January 2020, 03:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,697
Posted By CSinTX
Lantern hanger?

Lantern hanger?
Forum: European Armoury 24th January 2020, 04:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,953
Posted By CSinTX
More pics

More pics
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