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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 22nd April 2021, 03:48 AM
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Posted By JoeCanada42
Thanks Jim, for the Good info I will research the...

Thanks Jim, for the Good info I will research the peoples you suggest, it does sound like some of the possible locations of origin I briefly looked at while researching the symbol. I agree the...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 16th April 2021, 04:38 PM
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Posted By JoeCanada42
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=117...

http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=11798&highlight=kaskara+blade+mark

the above kaskara shared on the forum was discussed concerning its symbol, maybe its a coincidence , I think it...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd March 2021, 09:03 PM
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Posted By JoeCanada42
I have settled upon a suitable name for this...

I have settled upon a suitable name for this sword.
The Black Hen
I also picked up a Jian recently that has a dragon on the blade,
I think ill call it red dragon.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd March 2021, 03:35 AM
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Posted By JoeCanada42
I found an Italian sword I have a photo of, I...

I found an Italian sword I have a photo of, I will post when possible, it is for sale... it has an eagle heraldic, the tail and the wings are very similar to the jian.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 03:54 AM
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Posted By JoeCanada42
now this is just random musings at this point and...

now this is just random musings at this point and will be the last though i share for today. hopefully someone will step in and say something sensible. in the latest jian sword I posted there is...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 03:12 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
I cant find any confirmation the Jian bird is...

I cant find any confirmation the Jian bird is actually related to the name Jian given to the sword, but it seems obvious.
even the myth about two birds coming together relates to the weapon and...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 02:50 AM
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Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
here is a different example of the symbol on a...

here is a different example of the symbol on a Jian called ceremonial late qing
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 01:38 AM
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Posted By JoeCanada42
the two headed bird is now flying in the air...

the two headed bird is now flying in the air (multiples small swirls)
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 01:23 AM
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Posted By JoeCanada42
never mind i actually just answered my own...

never mind i actually just answered my own question.
curious it also resemble most double headed eagles such as in masonry or heraldry .
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 01:16 AM
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Posted By JoeCanada42
also I have to post this.. Abraxas... it is ...

also I have to post this.. Abraxas... it is rooster related,, whats he holding? just curiously similar shapes and form in general. I dont know of any connection yet, but. it gets me thinking,
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 01:10 AM
Replies: 38
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Posted By JoeCanada42
I think the Jian sword is associated with a bird...

I think the Jian sword is associated with a bird the Jian, which has interesting myth, it is a bird that has one wing and one eye and needs to find its mate in order to fly.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 12:56 AM
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Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
I found weapons from India with the rooster but...

I found weapons from India with the rooster but they are for sale so I wont post them.
Currently I am looking at Chinese swords for any influence of the rooster. I will post 4 pictures, one is...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 1st March 2021, 12:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
I want to share some of my African research...

I want to share some of my African research before I move on to the east.
I found the deity Shango of interest as he is associated with the rooster and lightning. I also find the rooster itself...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th February 2021, 06:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
Thanks again Jim , I like the idea of the...

Thanks again Jim , I like the idea of the occurrence of an atavistically inspired weapon.
Thanks for all the great info and photos also . I find the large round form in the center of the grip of...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 27th February 2021, 04:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
shayde 78 thank you for the commendations, this...

shayde 78 thank you for the commendations, this forum has class, I will try not to mess it up too much,
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th February 2021, 01:30 PM
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Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
Duccio sorry if I jumped to conclusions. It is...

Duccio sorry if I jumped to conclusions. It is not possible to tell if a comment is intended as a joke.. Thank you for clarifying. And for Sharing the Proverb.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th February 2021, 01:10 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
Shayde78 thank you for your support, id like to...

Shayde78 thank you for your support, id like to hear what others say about my interpretation of the roosters influence on weapons. there is still a lot I have to say about it...

Tim Simmons,...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th February 2021, 01:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
My theory in notes..

My theory in notes..
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th February 2021, 01:37 AM
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Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
images for thought

images for thought
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th February 2021, 01:33 AM
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Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
more photos...

more photos...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th February 2021, 01:31 AM
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Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
more photos ..

more photos ..
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th February 2021, 01:28 AM
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Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
more photos

more photos
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th February 2021, 01:27 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,681
Posted By JoeCanada42
African sword, Unusual Handle, Akokonan? or?

I recently Acquired this sword, I have since discovered It was on the forum previously, I have a theory on the Handle some may find interesting. I am open to hear any further ideas or alternate...
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