Sword Articles by Harvey Withers

Here are a selection of articles about antique swords and edged weapons. I hope that you find them of interest and please feel free to contact me and let me know of any suggestions or contributions that you would like to make. New articles are always welcomed.

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Harvey Withers

World Swords 1400-1945 – my book stolen by Mr Zhao Aiguo
World Swords 1400-1945 – my book stolen by Mr Zhao Aiguo

World Swords 1400-1945 - my book stolen by Mr Zhao Aiguo It appears that a Chinese-American gentleman(sic) by the name of ... 

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Harvey Withers – online libel and malicious bloggers – read this now!
Harvey Withers – online libel and malicious bloggers – read this now!

Hello. I am a long time (since 2008) and innocent victim of an "anonymous" malicious British blogger, owner of a rival antique... 

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Antique British Swords – Harvey Withers – Libellous Blogs written by rival antiques swords dealer
Antique British Swords – Harvey Withers – Libellous Blogs written by rival antiques swords dealer

"A warning to fellow antique sword collectors and dealers..."  Hello. Please be aware that if you are Googling my name... 

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Collecting Antique Swords and Edged Weapons – the Market Today
Collecting Antique Swords and Edged Weapons – the Market Today

Collecting Antique Swords - the Market Today  The present-day collector of antique military swords inhabits a commercial... 

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Harvey Withers – Antique Swords – eBay Customer Testimonials #2
Harvey Withers – Antique Swords – eBay Customer Testimonials #2

Please see below examples of my excellent positive feedback (well over 2500 feedbacks to date) that I have received on eBay... 

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The History of British Sword Manufacture
The History of British Sword Manufacture

British Sword Makers The history of British sword manufacture is a tale characterised by a series of economic highs and... 

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Collecting British Antique Swords and Edged Weapons – A Guide for Buyers
Collecting British Antique Swords and Edged Weapons – A Guide for Buyers

Collecting British Antique  Swords and Edged Weapons - A Guide for Buyers The collecting of swords and edged weapons has... 

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Collecting Antique Swords
Collecting Antique Swords

Collecting Antique Swords - the Market Today The present-day collector of antique military swords inhabits a commercial... 

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The Scottish Basket Hilt  –  A Guide for Collectors
The Scottish Basket Hilt – A Guide for Collectors

The Scottish Basket Hilt – A Guide for Collectors The Scottish basket hilt has become one of the most sought after swords... 

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Schiavona Sword Collectors Guide
Schiavona Sword Collectors Guide

The Schiavona Sword – A Guide for Collectors The Schiavona sword has a most distinctive profile, exhibiting a cage-like... 

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Collecting Antique Rapiers
Collecting Antique Rapiers

Collecting Antique Rapiers – A Guide for Buyers The Rapier is one of the most elegant swords that a collector will encounter.... 

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History of the Medieval Sword
History of the Medieval Sword

A History of the Medieval Sword The Medieval broadsword is representative of a distinct period in military history when... 

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Antique Sword and Edged Weapons Consultancy Service
Antique Sword and Edged Weapons Consultancy Service

Professional Consultancy Service As an experienced and respected dealer of antique swords and edged weapons for many years... 

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Antique Sword and Edged Weapons Appraisal and Valuation Service
Antique Sword and Edged Weapons Appraisal and Valuation Service

Do you know the value of your antique swords and edged weapons? Do you need to know their value for insurance purposes? Do... 

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Collecting Antique Swords and Edged Weapons Today
Collecting Antique Swords and Edged Weapons Today

Antique Swords and the World Wide Web The collector of British military swords and militaria in general, has witnessed a... 

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British 1805 Pattern Naval Officer Sword
British 1805 Pattern Naval Officer Sword

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: gilt brass. Blade: usually single-fullered. Blade length: approx. 32-34 inches. Grip: ivory or bone... 

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British 1804 Pattern Naval Cutlass
British 1804 Pattern Naval Cutlass

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: sheet iron, of "figure of eight" design. Blade: usually flat-backed, occasionally fullered. Blade... 

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Harvey J S Withers – Antique Sword Images Gallery #1
Harvey J S Withers – Antique Sword Images Gallery #1

Antique Sword and Edged Weapons Gallery #1  Dear Collectors, Here is a selection of both past and present antique swords... 

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Harvey Withers – Antique British Swords
Harvey Withers – Antique British Swords

Harvey Withers - Antique British Swords - Are you a Collector? If so, please take the time to visit my antique sword store... 

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Harvey Withers Antique Swords
Harvey Withers Antique Swords

Harvey Withers Antique Swords I have been collecting and dealing in antique swords and edged weapons since 1998 and over... 

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Harvey Withers – Selling Antique Swords and My Personal Reputation
Harvey Withers – Selling Antique Swords and My Personal Reputation

Harvey Withers - Online Libellous Blogs and Lies For a number of years I have been selling antique swords to customers throughout ... 

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British 1788 Pattern Light and Heavy Cavalry Sword
British 1788 Pattern Light and Heavy Cavalry Sword

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: Steel/Wrought iron.   Scabbard: Steel or wrought iron - also steel/iron with leather and fishskin... 

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British 1895 and 1897 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword
British 1895 and 1897 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: Steel/Nickel-plated.   Blade: Of Wilkinson, single-fullered type and double-edged towards end... 

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British 1827 Pattern Rifle Officer Sword
British 1827 Pattern Rifle Officer Sword

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: steel/nickle-plated. Blade: slightly curved and flat back, single fuller and with spear point –... 

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Antique Sword Collecting Books by Harvey J S Withers
Antique Sword Collecting Books by Harvey J S Withers

Here are a selection of reference books by Harvey J S Withers for those interested in collecting antique military swords All... 

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Harvey Withers – Online Libellous Blogs and My Personal Reputation
Harvey Withers – Online Libellous Blogs and My Personal Reputation

Harvey Withers - Online Libellous Blogs - My Reputation for Fairness and Reliability For a number of years I have been selling... 

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British 1845 and 1854 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword
British 1845 and 1854 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: Gilt brass “Gothic” style, with curved spur replacing the former pattern's folding guard. Blade:... 

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British 1822 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword
British 1822 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: Gilt brass “Gothic” style, with folding guard. Blade: Pipe back and double-edged for the last... 

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British 1803 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword
British 1803 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: Gilt brass, with lion’s head pommel and pierced knucklebow. Scabbard: Black leather with gilt brass... 

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Harvey Withers – An Essential Reading List for Antique Sword Collectors
Harvey Withers – An Essential Reading List for Antique Sword Collectors

Here is a selected list of books that will prove useful for the collector of antique swords Unfortunately, many are now out... 

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British 1786 and 1796 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword
British 1786 and 1796 Pattern Infantry Officer Sword

SPECIFICATIONS: Hilt: Gilt brass (occasionally seen in iron/steel) – with “beaded” or “five-ball” knuckle-bow... 

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