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24th October 2005, 10:20 PM
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Garab/Talibon Handle Differences
Drooling at Charles perfect new Garab reminded me of;
Is the different colours/materials of the handle an indicator of age or origin? Enclosed two examples to illustrate those I know of. Michael |
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26th October 2005, 01:19 AM
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What I've been finding interesting is the number and kind of different woods used within a given piece; often the sheath and hilt are of different woods, and often also, the sheath's front and back sides.
The black wood in the photo appears to be coloured or patinaed; where it is worn/chipped it is lighter? |
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26th October 2005, 11:00 PM
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Yes that's correct regarding the black colour on the hilt.
Michael |
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