#71811
05/31/2008 11:09 PM
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Hello, can anyone ID this sword. This is my only picture. Best, Bill Bourque
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#71812
06/01/2008 12:51 AM
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Bill,
This is a cheap tourist sword from India. They sell in decorator shops for a few dollars.
"You can't please everyone, so you've got to please yourself." Ricky Nelson
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#71813
06/01/2008 01:28 AM
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I agree, they are usually seen with tacky velvet scabbards. It was quite in vogue as a decorator item in the 60s & 70s.
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#71814
06/01/2008 01:58 AM
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Thank you both for your fast responce. I was offered these plus some M1 Garand bayonets and some field gear via email. Best, BIll
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