Derek, if that was a production piece with a non functional balde, then I am with you. If that was a custom piece, well, just don't tell me.
I've been through this twice. When Australia had the amnisty on long guns I had to stand by and watch hand made side by side shotguns being crushed. I saw the same thing here at local police voluntary gun buy days. It kills my sole to see pieces of art and history destroyed for no good reason.
So, before anyone else takes these measures with a nice sgian, I'll say this. Don't, wrap them up and ship them here. I will proudly collect and display them.
David