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Post by Deleted on Mar 9, 2011 10:50:34 GMT
Can somebody here give me a run down on the quality and construction of the Kris Cutlery Combat Barong please? Does the tang protrude all the way through the handle? Is the differential hardening advertised on this sword historical accurate? How is the balance of this piece? Is the 100 some dollar price tag justified say over a 20-30 dollar Barong machete?
Could you possibly give me a run down on the history of the actual piece, I have read a bit in Wikipedia but there is conflicting info floating around out there. help appreciated
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Post by Elheru Aran on Mar 9, 2011 16:12:26 GMT
While I really can't say as for historical accuracy or anything, my understanding is that both differential hardening and pattern-welding were extensively used throughout the Orient among many, many cultures. So, it's not too implausible that it'd be used on a barong.
Kris Cutlery is an excellent maker from all I hear about them, and I have no doubt that the tang is strong enough for whatever it's supposed to do.
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Post by templar on Mar 10, 2011 14:25:15 GMT
trunkmunk: I have the combat barong and it is an outstanding weapon. I also have the Cold Steel barong machete and, although I like it quite a bit, there is no comparison worth making. The tang on the KC does not protrude due to the traditionally carved handle/pommel, but it is very sturdy. The differential hardening is real and even shows a subtle, but quite distinct hamon. The Phillipinos do not use clay but different blade placement in the heat (a little difficult for me to explain in a post). I feel it is worth every penny; it has great balance and would be an extremely effective combat or suvival tool. It is beautifully made and a pleasure to just handle and look at. The history is rather specific to certain regions and a bit much to go into here. PM if you wish.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 10, 2011 19:22:34 GMT
It sounds like a cool piece. I want to get in to "close as this level of money will allow to accurate" pieces and it sound like this is spot on for my intentions. Thank you both very much.
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Post by thepepperskull on Mar 22, 2011 4:33:03 GMT
Cecil Quirino of Kris Cutlery is mainly a filipino blade atique enthusiast. As such, his blades are very historically accurate. They're not exact replicas, but they are very close in terms of balance, thickness, and construction.
I once owned his Combat Barong and it was fantastic. The balance was superb, construction was top-notch. The distal tapering is very similar to old Sulu pieces, as is the pommel on this piece. Differential hardening was common in old Sulu Barong. if you guy this, you will not be disapointed. Coming from somewhat of a philippine blade enthusiast myself, I highly recommend it.
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Post by John Greybeard on Mar 23, 2011 20:03:40 GMT
Trunkmunk, I would take Pepperskull's advice to the bank on this one. He's being very modest when he describes himself as an "enthusiast"... his expertise on phillipine blades is deep and wide, really helped me out identifying my Dad's WWII bring-back bolo!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2011 3:48:01 GMT
I have definitely added the Combat Barong to my want list. Chris cutlery does indeed make some awesome looking pieces, it is nice to know the quality matches the looks. So many swords to want so little time to convince the wifey. :lol:
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