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[Jim McDougall]

Thank you very much for the response Josh, and I'm pleased to hear that the history as I perceived it is at least overall somewhat accurate. I know that you are deeply involved in the study of Asian weapons, and have been very impressed with the detail you often bring in on Tibetan, Bhutanese and Nepalese items.
The area you are focusing on with these weapons from villages and various militias and other groups is entirely fascinating, and I look forward to seeing more examples as well as your observations on them. Too often the focus is on the standard items seen in references and in museums, and these examples reflect true ethnography in the wider scope of the culture.

Thanks again Josh!!!

All the best,
Jim