Burmese swords

[kyuss]

was the large sword used on elephant back, they said it could possibly be an elephant sword or a sword used to hack at the elephant from the ground? just wondering? anyone know?

[Tee Sok]

Great sword, that was very impressive! There are just so many variations it's amazing.

[george stando]

some different examples here:

Antique swords and edged weapons shop

[george stando]

Check this out:

Oriental-Arms: Monstrous Dah Sword from Thailand / Laos

[Tee Sok]

I didn't like the sheath but the sword is beautiful:

YouTube - Thai Darb Sword

[kyuss]

Some of the history stuff is cool too:

King Taksin the Great

[george stando]

Ancient Thai Weapons

Stabbing Weapons

Weapon Protection Equipment

Shooting Weapons

[Tee Sok]

Thanks for the nice picture.

[george stando]

The japanese link to the sword making or the influence is interesting. Although its called a dah or dha which is a burmese sword i thought and the handle does look burmese.

[kyuss]

found this of interest:

Oriental-Arms: Rare Thai Dah sword in the Japanese Style Handle

[William]

THis article is a bit lengthy but it's definitely worth reading as it has tons of info:

SWORDS OF CONTINENTAL SOUTHEAST ASIA

Another good find Tee Sok! Thank you!


William

[kyuss]

Enjoyed the link with the old weapons prices are way high but its for serious collectors. Collecting swords takes some upkeep its difficult keeping swords cleanbecause they pit and rust if you dont.

[george stando]

Thanks for those links. Great article very well researched and written.

[Tee Sok]

THis article is a bit lengthy but it's definitely worth reading as it has tons of info:

SWORDS OF CONTINENTAL SOUTHEAST ASIA

[Tee Sok]

And here there's a nice display of old Malaysian, Khmer and Thai weapons, the prices are out of this world:

http://www.fareastasianart.com/directory/Southeast_Asian:Edged_Weapons.html