Trabzon Sword

Norman McCormick · 22nd April 2008, 03:17 PM

Hi Guys,
Finally, after some fiscal negotiations with the seller, I went ahead and bought myself this wee sword. I'm particularly pleased that it appears to have its original baldric type sling attached to the scabbard. As far as the dating goes I'm afraid I'm not too hot but I think it equates to 1908/09, I hope someone will set me right. I've not seen this type of leatherwork on the mouth of a scabbard before seems designed to exclude the elements, a nice touch I think. Blade 16 inches, total 21 1/2 inches. As usual all comments and thoughts much appreciated.
Regards,
Norman.

22nd April 2008, 03:17 PM	#1
Norman McCormick Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,597	Trabzon Sword Hi Guys, Finally, after some fiscal negotiations with the seller, I went ahead and bought myself this wee sword. I'm particularly pleased that it appears to have its original baldric type sling attached to the scabbard. As far as the dating goes I'm afraid I'm not too hot but I think it equates to 1908/09, I hope someone will set me right. I've not seen this type of leatherwork on the mouth of a scabbard before seems designed to exclude the elements, a nice touch I think. Blade 16 inches, total 21 1/2 inches. As usual all comments and thoughts much appreciated. Regards, Norman. Attached Images