Africa,Naga,SEAsia?

[Tim Simmons]

Hello,I can see what you say,there is a resemblance.It has not been made from a bayonet .It is a slashing weapon, I have the benefit of being able to handle it and I do not think a bayonet was the inspiration.The hook pommel serves excellently stopping any slipping in the hand.The gaurd is harder to explain.Thanks for looking,lets wait untill Tom has had a chance to look at it.Tim PS it could also have a cutlass inspiration.