Judging from the guillotine...
Which is a very slanted blade, I would say that a panabas might be the most efficient.
Heavy, well-tempered blade. short cutting edge, abrupt slant; sounds very effective, if not the best in a fighting situation.
In some countries, practicing decapitation on live criminals was the norm for young warriors; the actual experience was believed to be vital (!). Other countries and ethnic groups used animals to get the feel.
Sort of like a round of golf; practice, anyone?
Just don't start enjoying it and lose your head over it. (Sorry, couldn't resist)
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