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			Hi guys it looks like the real deal to me it has twin crescent moons struck on each side of blade ,but to my mind the blade seems a wee bit flimsy is this usual ? Would like to get your comments cheers graeme .
		 
		
		
		
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			Hi, 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
	To me, that Takouba looks real, plus with a very nice patina to the blade, just dont forget to clean that active rust from the blade.  | 
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			Very much real, just a little worn.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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			I too was surprised at how thin, 'springy' and sharp these blades are.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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