Indeed it does. Perhaps it was the lack of naval presence. There were not very many rich ports at that time, but there were a few. Missions primarily ruled the landscape, so what brought a pirate this far west (or east depending on how you think about it) is quite interesting indeed.
You are welcome to come to my shop, Remember Yesterday, if you'd like to view the blades for yourself. I cannot promise you they are what you are looking for, but perhaps we can discuss this more then and I can point you in the right direction.