Unknown old bolo

[Ian]

I have had this one for several years but never figured exactly where it came from. The blade is about 3/8-inch thick at the hilt, obviously laminated and V-ground. The hilt is NOT full tang, shows some damage near the end, and has a small iron ferrule. The heavy blade measures 11 inches, the handle is 7-8 inches.

It has a Philippine feel for me, but I have trouble placing where.

Ian.

[Sajen]

Hello Ian,

my best guess would be that it is from Luzon, because the small ferrule maybe from Batangas? Not all smaller bolos from there has a throughout tang.

Regards,
Detlef