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This came on a pioneer battalion shooting prize sword I bought out of an old collection last year. Can anyone identify it ?
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Appears to be Saxon in origin, either a sword or bayonet knot depending on size. This is based on green thread interwoven in strap and lack of a stem.
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Yes, a Saxon Portepee used on a variety of edged weapons. It has the distinctive Saxon crown on the knot and green and white coloration.
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Thanks chaps, learn something new everyday !
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Jonathan,
How about a shot or two of the piece the knot came off of?
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These are the only pics I have to hand - it's the one at the top of the pile on the left out of it's scabbard -
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Jonathan,
I'm sure more than a few sword buffs here have watering mouths now. Outstanding piece, thanks for sharing it.
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