Tausug barung?

[harimauhk]

Came across this barung in the Philippines last weekend and didn't pick it up as I felt the price was too high. What do you guys think of it? Definitely 20th century (circa WW2 I believe) with good weight and the right balance. The hilt is kalabaw (water buffalo) horn. The handle looked quite new, which made me hesitate.

[KuKulzA28]

I'm no expert but my gut tells me it's recently made. I don't know if you're looking for antiques or newly mades... The carving on the sheath doesn't look like old stuff, and you're right the handle does have a newer look about it. I've talked to a vendor and he admits that the newly made blades, some are low quality and others quite good, but most aren't quite as good as the antiques.

[Battara]

Oh I agree - the whole thing is very recent, much later than WWII, perhaps 1970s? Good to pass on this one if you are looking for antique pieces.

[Lew]

Harimauhk

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