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Old 4th August 2013, 08:52 AM   #8
Gavin Nugent
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Originally Posted by laEspadaAncha
As I understand it, the importation of antique firearms is strictly verboten.

And I would be equally cautious with the importation of any edged weapon with a blade length greater than 9 inches or widths greater than 2 inches, as it would be in violation of the Indian Arms Act (of 1959)- something they may not be so quick to disregard regardless of the age of a weapon.

I've always taken EDC folders with me to India, but have always erred on the side of caution with regards to knife size.

Cheers,
Chris
Great info Chris.

Are there any collectors from India out there who have bought internationally before? I'm interested to know your thoughts too.

Gavin
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