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I have a German Luftwaffe WW2 sword. It is made of Damascus steel: sword, sheath. The handle appears to be black ebony? It is not made of leather. Any ideas of what this is exactly or worth? I will try to add more photos as I get them resized. Thanks for the input!
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What size is it?...it appears to be smaller than the normal sword and may be a salesman's/manufacturer's example for prospective buyers.
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Really interesting. Looking forward to your additional pics.
Roger
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The blade measures 28 inches long.
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Thanks for the photos.
Is there a maker on the blade?
Any markings on the tang?
Last edited by foxart; 09/19/2013 04:48 PM.
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There is no maker on the blade or any other markings that I can see. I haven't taken the handle apart for fear that I'll break it somehow or won't be able to get it back together properly. John
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I'd like to move this forum to the sword forum instead of the welcome area but I don't know how to do that. Anyone know how?
Thanks, John
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Only moderators can move posts. This will be interesting because it does look convincing if it is a fake. Hopefully it isn't and it is a new variation or something.... Welcome as well....
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The sword was made in India. I hope you know this...There is a Importer who sets up at the MAX and the SOS who sells them. Regards: James
Collector of Edged Weapon art.
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And if there were any lingering doubts about what James said - I think that a quick check of the workmanship (like the gaps/flaws in the scabbard rings, the "Sunwheel" etc. etc. should put the matter to rest fairly quickly. Regards, Fred
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