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Hello all,
I recently acquired this African Throwing Knife, and would appreciate members' comments. I know little of this type of weapon and I own little in the way of african references. I suspect that this is an old and important example of its type, but I have been wrong before... ![]() All comments much appreciated, Russel |
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Dimensions: H = 37cm; W = 37.5cm
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After a little research here and elsewhere (apologies for not doing this before posting), I think I think I can safely assume this is an Ngbaka-Mabo throwing knife. I would still like more information if possible. If anyone has the time and inclination to scan some references for me, I would greatly appreciate it. How old might it be?
Cheers, Russel Last edited by russel; 23rd March 2014 at 09:01 AM. Reason: Typos |
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Very nice one too.
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Location: Germany, Dortmund
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Hi Russel, beautiful throwing knife!
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Yes nice exemple, the models with copper dots are researched. It seems to have been covered with varnish, it was used at the first half of the 20th to prevent iron from rust.
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Hi Russel,
here the picture from Panga Na Visu, very similar knife. Again, beautiful knife with good age IMHO. Regards, Detlef |
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