Filipino Minasbad or Bolo Sword?

thejordan1
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Filipino Minasbad or Bolo Sword? Jan 30, 2023 19:28:26 GMT

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Post by thejordan1 on Jan 30, 2023 19:28:26 GMT

Hey y'all, question for you...
I think I'm in the right area for this sword I am researching, but I don't think I've hit the nail on the head yet... I'm stuck trying to figure out which style and where this sword originates from. I've seen a lot on the Luzon area of the Philippines and surrounding areas but I can't seem to pin point the exact style or location. Any help is greatly appreciated! Thanks!

- Jordan

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Jayhawk Member Posts: 334	Filipino Minasbad or Bolo Sword? Feb 1, 2023 15:32:05 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Jayhawk on Feb 1, 2023 15:32:05 GMT Cool little sword! Joining in because I want to hear what someone who knows something about these swords has to say. Eric

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Filipino Minasbad or Bolo Sword? Feb 1, 2023 16:24:05 GMT

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Post by thejordan1 on Feb 1, 2023 16:24:05 GMT

Feb 1, 2023 15:32:05 GMT Jayhawk said:

Cool little sword! Joining in because I want to hear what someone who knows something about these swords has to say.

Eric

Hey Eric! Found that it is a 19th Century (Katipunan Era) Filipino Luzon Bolo sword from the Luzon, Philippines and surrounding areas. Some times referred to as "Luzon Matulis" i.e. pointed (blade) of Luzon. Super unique sword, and some thought the handle is southern China influenced with the snake d-guard or some referred to it as "nagá".

Jayhawk Member Posts: 334	Filipino Minasbad or Bolo Sword? Feb 1, 2023 16:30:58 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Jayhawk on Feb 1, 2023 16:30:58 GMT Thanks! Great find...nice piece for any collection!

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Filipino Minasbad or Bolo Sword?

Post by thejordan1 on Jan 30, 2023 19:28:26 GMT

Post by Jayhawk on Feb 1, 2023 15:32:05 GMT

Post by thejordan1 on Feb 1, 2023 16:24:05 GMT

Post by Jayhawk on Feb 1, 2023 16:30:58 GMT

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