The achang dha

JBG163 · 31st May 2022, 05:40 PM

Dear all,
I just acquired an achang dha (can't post pictures for now on as i didn't received it) and i would like to get more information concerning them.
I dug every threads about them in the forum but i would like to ask if someone have references concerning those swords.
Ian looks to be the most knowledgeable forumnite on the subject, and, honestly, i would be really happy if you could help me !
The handle is classic burmese silver, no guard, scabbard is open faced and there is a carved pannel. Blade is probably hairpin patterned and quench is quite visible

My precise questions are :
"What does discriminate that sword as an Achang dha ? Is it the pannel or the open faced scabbard ?"
"Does it exist exemple in museum collection that you all are aware off ?"
"Does it exist any books, catalogue or any references talking about them and pinpointing the tribe?"

Thanks all in advance !
I look forward to read you

Best,
Julien

Ian · 3rd June 2022, 01:21 PM

Hello Julien,

I'm afraid there is not a great deal available in the form of reference material on the Achang and their sword-making. You probably have read already everything I know about the subject. I do have some pictures that I collected online over the years and will post some of these. I believe that I have some showing the forging and decorating techniques, and several examples of contemporary swords made by them.

Ian

JBG163 · 10th June 2022, 12:55 PM

Thanks Ian !
Really hard to find infos... especially about old exemple.
Here is my exemple. I Will share more picture when i got it in hands
Thanks in advance

Sajen · 12th June 2022, 08:41 PM

Very nice example, it will look beautiful after some TLC!

Regards,
Detlef

JeffS · 13th June 2022, 04:16 AM

Love the scrollwork on the scabbard. Really nice blades on these. Is that silver on the handle? Does it have a pommel cap? Looking forward to seeing it cleaned.

JBG163 · 13th June 2022, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffS

Love the scrollwork on the scabbard. Really nice blades on these. Is that silver on the handle? Does it have a pommel cap? Looking forward to seeing it cleaned.

Thanks for her ! Yeah, it's awesome stuff. I will give you more info on the cap when i have it in hands. The handle is silver yes

31st May 2022, 05:40 PM	#1
JBG163 Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: France Posts: 207	The achang dha Dear all, I just acquired an achang dha (can't post pictures for now on as i didn't received it) and i would like to get more information concerning them. I dug every threads about them in the forum but i would like to ask if someone have references concerning those swords. Ian looks to be the most knowledgeable forumnite on the subject, and, honestly, i would be really happy if you could help me ! The handle is classic burmese silver, no guard, scabbard is open faced and there is a carved pannel. Blade is probably hairpin patterned and quench is quite visible My precise questions are : "What does discriminate that sword as an Achang dha ? Is it the pannel or the open faced scabbard ?" "Does it exist exemple in museum collection that you all are aware off ?" "Does it exist any books, catalogue or any references talking about them and pinpointing the tribe?" Thanks all in advance ! I look forward to read you Best, Julien Last edited by JBG163; 31st May 2022 at 06:08 PM.

10th June 2022, 12:55 PM	#3
JBG163 Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: France Posts: 207	Thanks Ian ! Really hard to find infos... especially about old exemple. Here is my exemple. I Will share more picture when i got it in hands Thanks in advance Attached Images

3rd June 2022, 01:21 PM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,197	Hello Julien, I'm afraid there is not a great deal available in the form of reference material on the Achang and their sword-making. You probably have read already everything I know about the subject. I do have some pictures that I collected online over the years and will post some of these. I believe that I have some showing the forging and decorating techniques, and several examples of contemporary swords made by them. Ian

12th June 2022, 08:41 PM	#4
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,770	Very nice example, it will look beautiful after some TLC! Regards, Detlef

13th June 2022, 04:16 AM	#5
JeffS Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 342	Love the scrollwork on the scabbard. Really nice blades on these. Is that silver on the handle? Does it have a pommel cap? Looking forward to seeing it cleaned.