05-23-2007, 12:26 PM
Quote:How are the steel blades fixed in the bronze handles? Are they inserted into a split in the handle?
Yes, almost invariably so, a slit with a somewhat wider hole at the end to prevent the blade from slipping out forwards. No rivets or anything.
Cheers,
Martin
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Martin
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Martin Moser
http://www.legio8augusta.de
Leatherwork Through the Ages Homepage
Leatherwork Through the Ages Facebook Page