Takouba with interesting pommel

[napoleon]

my thoughts are , perhaps this is an example of native use of european item such as a walking stick top, certainly lifts the appearance and would make it stand out amongst his peers.

[Iain]

Originally Posted by napoleon

my thoughts are , perhaps this is an example of native use of european item such as a walking stick top, certainly lifts the appearance and would make it stand out amongst his peers.

I had similar thoughts before I had it in hand. However once I handled it in person it was quite clear that this is all native work.