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Samarui Sword
ceebeeby
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I have rather reluctantly become the owner of a Samarui Sword :eek:.
The thought of having this 'thing' in my house doesn't thrill me - and I'd would quite like to get rid of it as quickly as possible! Is it legal to sell it ... and if so, does anyone have any suggestions about how this can be carefully done to ensure it goes to an adult collector etc. as I'm very much in the dark about these things but am absolutely 100% clear, it doesn't matter how much money offered, I wouldn't want to sell it to someone for 'bad' purposes - how do you tell?????
Sorry for the very basic questions - I've googled, but it just seems to come up with info. regarding the current ban on importing etc. not if it's already here!
If there's no-where I can legally sell it, then is it okay to hand it in to the local police station? I can't bear the thought of having it in the house!
The thought of having this 'thing' in my house doesn't thrill me - and I'd would quite like to get rid of it as quickly as possible! Is it legal to sell it ... and if so, does anyone have any suggestions about how this can be carefully done to ensure it goes to an adult collector etc. as I'm very much in the dark about these things but am absolutely 100% clear, it doesn't matter how much money offered, I wouldn't want to sell it to someone for 'bad' purposes - how do you tell?????
Sorry for the very basic questions - I've googled, but it just seems to come up with info. regarding the current ban on importing etc. not if it's already here!
If there's no-where I can legally sell it, then is it okay to hand it in to the local police station? I can't bear the thought of having it in the house!
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whats it like, i collect swords and might be interested.0
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If it's over 100 years old then it is legal to sell, otherwise it's not. (mostly) You could try a antique shop they'd be able to tell you
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7331099.stm
This is my opinion. There are many others like it but this is mine:kisses2: Fiancee of the "lovely" DaveAshton :kisses2:I am a professional ebay seller. I work hard at my job, I love my job, if you think it's silly that's your problem not mine.
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My boyfriend had trouble with a samarui sword!!
His sister decided to buy him one as a gift whilst she was on holiday in Japan.
Lowe and behold it was confiscated at the airport, and all parties thought that was the end of it.
3 months later, he got a knock on the door, from a police man, who had kindly delivered said sword, and advised him of the implications if he ever got the urge to take the sword outside! It now lives in the garage.
He would love to get shot, but I think it would be more hassle than its worth!!I used to be Snow White, but I drifted.Mae West
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mr_fishbulb wrote: »Think you need a gun for that, not a sword
Knowing his sister, a gun will probably be the gift of choice from this years holiday!:rotfl:I used to be Snow White, but I drifted.Mae West
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My local auction house will sell anything, only a year ago I bought some regimental swords from them for next to nothing.I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the eBay, Auctions, Car Boot & Jumble Sales, Boost Your Income, Praise, Vents & Warnings, Overseas Holidays & Travel Planning , UK Holidays, Days Out & Entertainments boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know.. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com.All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.0
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I'd be happy to take it off your hands.0
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