Caucasian or Arabian sword?

Ian · 8th September 2006, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ariel

No, I did not, but some of my patients applied it generously and liberally and told me that "Preparation H" was better.

LOL ... quote of the week to you, Ariel.

Ian · 8th September 2006, 08:51 PM

The blade of this sword reminds me a lot of the 1796 British Light Cavalry Sabre, or one of its many imitations. The last few inches have obviously been reworked and shortened.

Ian.

Picture of 1796 British Light Cavalry Sabre

Also another example of the pattern here: http://www.antiqueswords.com/blcs14.htm

8th September 2006, 08:51 PM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,399	On a more serious note ... The blade of this sword reminds me a lot of the 1796 British Light Cavalry Sabre, or one of its many imitations. The last few inches have obviously been reworked and shortened. Ian. Picture of 1796 British Light Cavalry Sabre Also another example of the pattern here: http://www.antiqueswords.com/blcs14.htm Last edited by Ian; 8th September 2006 at 09:44 PM. Reason: added picture and link