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6th September 2009, 01:28 PM | #1 |
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Unusual, to short to be used on emu parade.
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6th September 2009, 06:39 PM | #2 |
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Curious weapon, I'm wondering if this is a 'one shot deal'...... once 'penetration' was achieved, it would be very difficult to 'retrieve' because of the barbs
Is it possible that the 'dagger' was 'toxin laden' with a poison ...or even faecal matter to insure infection ? Regards David |
6th September 2009, 07:14 PM | #3 | |
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And, in general, the scabbard is much more "professional" than the blade. And just imagine the ease with which the "dagger" can be drawn out or inserted..... Makes no sense to me, unless we are talking about a "marriage". Or the Sudanese have a very perverted sense of humor. |
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6th September 2009, 09:26 PM | #4 | |
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Hi Ariel, usually a dagger is slender and sharply pointed ..... deep, precise penetration is it's main intended function, which could be repeated quickly by the lack of resistance whilst being 'withdrawn'. The fork and the barbs counter good penetration and would certainly make withdrawal difficult for a repeated attack. Barbed spears were used in the Sudan against the British ...inflicting terrible wounds caused by their painful removal. Thats why I considered the 'toxin' angle ....the barbs 'securing' it to the victim, allowing more time for the 'poison' to infect the wounded. Why a scabbard ? Well if poisoned.....better 'put away' until required....than accidently infecting yourself or your comrades whilst carrying it Regards David |
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