Could you give me you thoughts on this Ottoman blade

ASPaulding · 27th April 2023, 04:08 AM

I purchased the Ottoman sword recently and have a few questions for the experts. The mounts are silver which I have not yet polished. I can't determine if it is from early 19th or late 19th. Also the mounts have are very loose. Could I get advice on how to secure them again. Thank you for your time.

Rick · 27th April 2023, 04:59 AM

I'd love to see more pictures, Adam.

You're referring to the scabbard, or are parts of the sword loose also? If it's just the scabbard mounts that are loose, I've got a feeling that a re-covering of newer leather may be called for.

Nice looking sword btw.

ASPaulding · 27th April 2023, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Rick

I'd love to see more pictures, Adam.

You're referring to the scabbard, or are parts of the sword loose also? If it's just the scabbard mounts that are loose, I've got a feeling that a re-covering of newer leather may be called for.

Nice looking sword btw.

Thank you, Rick it nice to talk to you again. I am referring to the mounts on the scabbard. I agree the leather definitely needs to be replaced.

ASPaulding · 27th April 2023, 05:12 AM

Sorry I forgot to load more photos.

Multumesc · 6th May 2023, 05:55 PM

You are NOT replacing the original skin layer!... please anoint it with castor oil. You can buy it in the pharmacy. Success.

Interested Party · 6th May 2023, 06:03 PM

You could shim with pieces of paper. I like periodicals with the date and if possible, location of where I am making the modification. I love finding repairs that are traceable. It is like and ester egg for the future.

kino · 6th May 2023, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Interested Party

You could shim with pieces of paper. I like periodicals with the date and if possible, location of where I am making the modification. I love finding repairs that are traceable. It is like and ester egg for the future.

Interesting, I like that.

Interested Party · 6th May 2023, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kino

Interesting, I like that.

I got the idea while tearing down houses for antique parts in the early 90s and have used it ever since.

Teisani · 7th May 2023, 06:56 AM

The blade looks like it's from a Prussian M1811 Blücher sabre.

serdar · 16th May 2023, 10:29 PM

Late 19. century ottoman military sword with french blade.

27th April 2023, 04:08 AM	#1
ASPaulding Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Posts: 84	Could you give me you thoughts on this Ottoman blade I purchased the Ottoman sword recently and have a few questions for the experts. The mounts are silver which I have not yet polished. I can't determine if it is from early 19th or late 19th. Also the mounts have are very loose. Could I get advice on how to secure them again. Thank you for your time. Attached Images

27th April 2023, 05:12 AM	#4
ASPaulding Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Posts: 84	Sorry I forgot to load more photos. Attached Images

6th May 2023, 05:55 PM	#5
Multumesc Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Romania Posts: 203	Could you give me you thoughts on this Ottoman blade You are NOT replacing the original skin layer!... please anoint it with castor oil. You can buy it in the pharmacy. Success.

27th April 2023, 04:59 AM	#2
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,293	I'd love to see more pictures, Adam. You're referring to the scabbard, or are parts of the sword loose also? If it's just the scabbard mounts that are loose, I've got a feeling that a re-covering of newer leather may be called for. Nice looking sword btw.

6th May 2023, 06:03 PM	#6
Interested Party Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Eastern Sierra Posts: 467	You could shim with pieces of paper. I like periodicals with the date and if possible, location of where I am making the modification. I love finding repairs that are traceable. It is like and ester egg for the future.

7th May 2023, 06:56 AM	#9
Teisani Member Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: Romania Posts: 314	The blade looks like it's from a Prussian M1811 Blücher sabre.

16th May 2023, 10:29 PM	#10
serdar Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Posts: 56	Late 19. century ottoman military sword with french blade.