Good eye.
No problem. I know the market is so tough for these (price wise). It took me about 18 years to find one that I could add to my collection. I...
You sound like an expert to me. Very knowledgeable. You did a heck of a lot better than my explanation. I noticed there was a lot going on...
I love Japanese swords. The style is just so appealing. Japanese swords are still tough for me to authenticate. In all my years I have only seen 2...
Hot car? Was that car on fire? :) Yep, tons of factors. Even if the gun looks great with a 90% original finish, inexperienced people might just...
I had something similar happen last month on a rainy yard sale day. I purchased from the sellers for a few years already and this time they had a...
I second Komokwa's opinion. The best piece of advice I have is to take your time and research the guns before selling them (if that is your...
I couldn't find anything. Maybe try your luck with terms like "mixed media." I know of one company, Heintz, that used bronze with silver, but the...
Adding a bit more to the conversation. Nickel/Chroming blades of swords and bayonets is thought to have been a practice of veterans who kept the...
I thought the same exact thing when I first saw it. An olive branch for peace just like The Great Seal of the US. The "berries" (olives) being mid...
Nice find. Great condition and good clean surfaces to make a functional piece like you did. Looks to be a perfect size and height to serve as your...
Welcome.
If people ask just say they are hugging?
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