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wildwolberine 28th December 2023 11:31 PM
Bolo/parang knife of unknown origin
 
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This arrived today. Wondering if anyone could ID origin? I imagine it’s Filipino. It’s a utilitarian piece showing considerable use, damage etc. It’s definitely chisel ground. There are aspects that remind me of the Zamboanga knife I posted here (http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ight=Zamboanga), specifically the notch holding the twine wrap.

Ian 29th December 2023 01:45 PM
Hi WW. Interesting old general purpose bolo. I don't think this one is from Mindanao. The chisel ground edge suggests the Visayas to me.

Sajen 29th December 2023 01:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Ian (Post 287292)
The chisel ground edge suggests the Visayas to me.
Agree with Ian! :)

Gavin Nugent 30th December 2023 02:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Ian (Post 287292)
Hi WW. Interesting old general purpose bolo. I don't think this one is from Mindanao. The chisel ground edge suggests the Visayas to me.
The thumb depression is consistent with older manufactured Gareb, Talibon, Talibong (What's in a name?), from the Visayas region.


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