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Originally Posted by JeffS
... Do others of this form also sport relatively thin blades? Compared to itak and tabak variants I have, this is very light. Tang only goes halfway down handle.
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Jeff,
I have seen these slim-bladed examples also. However, my impression of many of the Apalit knives is that they have chunky and substantial blades. The heavier blades may be tools for specific hard use purposes in agriculture, etc. However, some of the "fighting style' knives also have sturdy blades. I think the makers of these knives cater to a wide clientele, including those who collect souvenirs. If yoiu look back through the archives, I think you will find examples showing a range of these knives, from fancy little knives to heavy bolos.
My recollection is that many Apalit knives do not have full-length tangs.
Regards, Ian.