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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 18th January 2024, 09:44 PM
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neither miquelet nor jezail, but a snaphaunce...

neither miquelet nor jezail, but a snaphaunce from North Africa. I dont know exactly what this is called, i dont think Moukhala or Kabyle but some others more versed will come in. Congrats on the...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 18th January 2024, 10:28 AM
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Posted By cyten
India

India
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 7th January 2024, 12:49 PM
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Posted By cyten
One with provenance: A 16th century example that...

One with provenance: A 16th century example that belonged to Bogdan Yakoblevich Belsky
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 3rd January 2024, 04:18 PM
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Posted By cyten
Just adding to the reference

Just adding to the reference
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd January 2024, 11:01 AM
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Posted By cyten
Maharaja Ranjor Singh of Ajaigarh

Maharaja Ranjor Singh of Ajaigarh
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th December 2023, 09:33 AM
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Posted By cyten
Tangiers

Tangiers
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th October 2023, 10:17 AM
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Posted By cyten
There was one in the Istanbul museum however, it...

There was one in the Istanbul museum however, it is in the photo above^
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th October 2023, 10:17 AM
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Posted By cyten
I’ve heard from an acquaintance in Turkey that...

I’ve heard from an acquaintance in Turkey that these were referred to as “Zeytuni” as well. The only thing is, I don’t see any Armenian influence in them other than the sun wheel engravings on the...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 22nd September 2023, 12:38 PM
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Posted By cyten
Gunsmiths in Bethlehem 1890's

Gunsmiths in Bethlehem 1890's
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 20th August 2023, 08:33 AM
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Posted By cyten
It certainly seems to fit!

It certainly seems to fit!
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 15th August 2023, 09:33 AM
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Posted By cyten
Thank you for the wonderful photos! Please post...

Thank you for the wonderful photos! Please post more. I still think due to the different designs that there must be some other functions.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 15th August 2023, 09:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,914
Posted By cyten
interesting speculation, hadn't considered a...

interesting speculation, hadn't considered a short starter, but I'm not sure. The slots could also possibly be used for lacing the leather belt through for... some purpose?
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 14th August 2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,914
Posted By cyten
I understand that the part that is circled in red...

I understand that the part that is circled in red is used as a screwdriver, but I'm wondering about the part that is circled in yellow? And what is the proper name for these pieces in Russian or...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 14th August 2023, 12:07 PM
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Posted By cyten
Sure, the silver ones are decorative. However,...

Sure, the silver ones are decorative. However, take a look at the first post, there many made from Iron and Steel and utilitarian
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 14th August 2023, 09:36 AM
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Posted By cyten
Surely these slots served some purpose?

Surely these slots served some purpose?
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th August 2023, 09:51 AM
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Posted By cyten
I believe they must be used as a tool for the...

I believe they must be used as a tool for the miquelet lock and rifle in some way as well. The design was used all the way into the service of the Russian M1870 Berdan №2 where it's uses are more...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 13th August 2023, 09:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,914
Posted By cyten
Caucasian Belt Multi-Tools?

Does anyone know what these items are called?
I have across a few of these and many in photos but cannot figure out what their purpose i beyond that of a screwdriver and fire starter. I spoke with a...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 9th August 2023, 11:39 AM
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Posted By cyten
I also asked a local friend here in Armenia and...

I also asked a local friend here in Armenia and was told they were more likely Laz than Kurds, but I'm not an expert in this
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 8th August 2023, 02:39 PM
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Posted By cyten
Laz men with "Black Sea Yataghans"

Laz men with "Black Sea Yataghans"
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 5th July 2023, 07:23 AM
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Posted By cyten
Northern Albanians

Northern Albanians
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 6th June 2023, 02:29 PM
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Posted By cyten
A few more photos since the pistol is in my...

A few more photos since the pistol is in my possession now. I’m fairly certain the barrel is one of those manufactured in Bakhchysarai for a Dagestani pistol and the lock from either a Tancica or...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th May 2023, 01:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,734
Posted By cyten
Balkan/Caucasian Frankenstein Pistol

Picked up this mishmash recently. Seems to be a Balkan Miquelet lock with Caucasian/Crimean barrel in a new made stock trying to emulate something from the west.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 25th May 2023, 01:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,728
Posted By cyten
Thank you for the clarification, always welcome...

Thank you for the clarification, always welcome new information
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd May 2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 479
Views: 793,008
Posted By cyten
Kabardino-Balkaria 1913 Svaneti ...

Kabardino-Balkaria 1913

Svaneti

Karachay-Cherkessia
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 2nd May 2023, 08:49 AM
Replies: 479
Views: 793,008
Posted By cyten
They say it's so you cant set it down until...

They say it's so you cant set it down until you've finished your drink!
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