Korean War Sword?

Ian · 30th July 2019, 07:27 PM

Hi Wayne:

Largely agree with your thoughts. I think there is Chinese influence in the hilt, with a slightly down-curving grip and the (short) prong on the guard that bends down. That may suggest northern Vietnamese origin or perhaps southern China. The pointed toe of the scabbard could suggest a Cambodian origin, but otherwise not seeing much evidence for Cambodia as a source for this one. Pointed scabbards are seen on Vietnamese guom also.

Looks older than Korean War vintage to me, but hard to say from pictures alone.

Ian

30th July 2019, 07:27 PM	#3
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,399	Hi Wayne: Largely agree with your thoughts. I think there is Chinese influence in the hilt, with a slightly down-curving grip and the (short) prong on the guard that bends down. That may suggest northern Vietnamese origin or perhaps southern China. The pointed toe of the scabbard could suggest a Cambodian origin, but otherwise not seeing much evidence for Cambodia as a source for this one. Pointed scabbards are seen on Vietnamese guom also. Looks older than Korean War vintage to me, but hard to say from pictures alone. Ian