African sword for comment/discussion

Jim McDougall · 19th January 2013, 07:43 PM

Nicely described, and good images Darren, thank you.
Detlef thank you for linking Iain's website which is distinctly the best resource for the study of these takouba and associated swords to date.

While Iain can easily comment on this characteristic example, I would like to hear more thoughts from you guys, with this resource offering distinct comparisons with which to guage. As Iain has shown, there is far more to these swords than being just 'Tuareg' or 'African'. These are profound examples of the tribal heritages that exist into present times, and these weapons do not need to be 'old' to be remarkable and colorful icons of these swords still very much part of these cultures.

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19th January 2013, 07:43 PM	#5
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,192	Nicely described, and good images Darren, thank you. Detlef thank you for linking Iain's website which is distinctly the best resource for the study of these takouba and associated swords to date. While Iain can easily comment on this characteristic example, I would like to hear more thoughts from you guys, with this resource offering distinct comparisons with which to guage. As Iain has shown, there is far more to these swords than being just 'Tuareg' or 'African'. These are profound examples of the tribal heritages that exist into present times, and these weapons do not need to be 'old' to be remarkable and colorful icons of these swords still very much part of these cultures.