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Brian G.
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 Posted: Thu 19 Aug, 2004 2:51 pm Post subject: Any information about this sword |
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I've had this sword which I know nothing about, all I know is that has been passed down through my family.
One one side, there are markings saying:
Zurich
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1714
And markings on the other side saying:
HK
A took a couple of pictures, if you would like more/better ones, just let me know...
http://www.mts.net/~lgeorge/sword1.jpg
http://www.mts.net/~lgeorge/sword2.jpg
I know nothing about swords at all, so any imformation would be appreciated. 
Thank you
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Nate C.
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Brian,
Looks like a smallsword (the descendant of the rapier). Other than that, I can't tell you much about time, manufacture etc. I'm sure others can fill those details in though.
Cheers,
Nate C.
Sapere Aude
"If you are going to kill the man, at least give him a decent salute." - A. Blansitt
If they ever come up with a Swashbuckling School, I think one of the courses should be Laughing, then Jumping Off Something. --Jack Handy
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Joel Chesser
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I almost 100% sure that is what it is. I'm a big small sword lover, so I really envy you.
Can you provide a close up of the maker's mark, that may help someone with more knowledge identify it.
..." The person who dosen't have a sword should sell his coat and buy one."
- Luke 22:36
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Brian G.
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This is a standard topic