Somalian Billao

Ian · 11th May 2005, 01:52 PM

Thanks Mark. Great pictures.

You mention that it is thought to be 19th C., and it seems to have some age and wear. Is there a provenance that came with this one to sugegst it may be that old. The sheath would seem to be a replacement if the knife is 19th C.

Aurangzeb · 13th May 2005, 04:54 AM

Hi Ian !

Thank you very much for your comments and inquiry regarding the Billao's provenance. Actually, I purchased it on one of 'Oriental Arms' auctions on E-Bay, which is where I obtained the original information regarding it's assumed age. I was wondering if you may be aware of any decent books regarding Somalia, especially weaponry and the 'mad Mullah's' revolts ? Any information that you may be able to impart would be most appreciated ! Thank you for your compliments regarding the digital pictures that I have posted of the Billao !

Best regards,

Mark... computermedic@epix.net

13th May 2005, 04:54 AM	#2
Aurangzeb Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 306	Somalian Billao Information... Hi Ian ! Thank you very much for your comments and inquiry regarding the Billao's provenance. Actually, I purchased it on one of 'Oriental Arms' auctions on E-Bay, which is where I obtained the original information regarding it's assumed age. I was wondering if you may be aware of any decent books regarding Somalia, especially weaponry and the 'mad Mullah's' revolts ? Any information that you may be able to impart would be most appreciated ! Thank you for your compliments regarding the digital pictures that I have posted of the Billao ! Best regards, Mark... computermedic@epix.net

11th May 2005, 01:52 PM	#1
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,523	Thanks Mark. Great pictures. You mention that it is thought to be 19th C., and it seems to have some age and wear. Is there a provenance that came with this one to sugegst it may be that old. The sheath would seem to be a replacement if the knife is 19th C.