Ethiopian Sword For Comment

roanoa · 30th July 2005, 01:17 AM

Glad to see that there is more and more interest in Ethiopian swords. You ask about the grip. NOT rhino, I'm afraid. It's cow or buffalo horn. I have tried to point out in a previous thread the significance of the small cavity that one finds on the side of the large top piece. That's the end of the hollow horn sheath that covers the bone. I believe it shows in one of your pictures. Regardless of the material of the hilt, it's a nice, solid, original piece. Cheers, RON

30th July 2005, 01:17 AM	#5
roanoa Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 241	Glad to see that there is more and more interest in Ethiopian swords. You ask about the grip. NOT rhino, I'm afraid. It's cow or buffalo horn. I have tried to point out in a previous thread the significance of the small cavity that one finds on the side of the large top piece. That's the end of the hollow horn sheath that covers the bone. I believe it shows in one of your pictures. Regardless of the material of the hilt, it's a nice, solid, original piece. Cheers, RON