That’s incredible you got to spend time with him Jim. What a work that book is. I just received Armes Blanches and it too is amazing, although alas no answers. Thanks again for your valued input here and if you ever think of who the short list is of those french sabre experts are, please feel free to PM me with those.
Based on the competition you talked about amongst officers, I am sure the person who commissioned this sword probably said” Oui, mais votre poignée n'a pas les rainures sophistiquées comme la mienne.” Ha! Mais Oui.
Until next time.
Jeff
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