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Robert · 26th March 2013, 04:30 AM

Just picked up what I believe to be an older Igorot knife. I cannot find any reference to one of this style or size though and would really appreciate any help that might be offered on this. The knife only has a 4 inch blade with an overall length of 8-1/2 inches and I would assume that it would probably have been used as a general utility knife for such as the preparation of food, splitting rattan and carving . The curved side is the sharpened edge on the blade. These are the auction photos as I do not have it in my possession as of now. As can be seen in the photos the rattan braiding and all the wooden parts look to still be in good condition though the blade is covered in rust. Any and all help on this will be greatly appreciated.

Best,
Robert

26th March 2013, 04:30 AM	#1
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	Igorot Utility Knife Just picked up what I believe to be an older Igorot knife. I cannot find any reference to one of this style or size though and would really appreciate any help that might be offered on this. The knife only has a 4 inch blade with an overall length of 8-1/2 inches and I would assume that it would probably have been used as a general utility knife for such as the preparation of food, splitting rattan and carving . The curved side is the sharpened edge on the blade. These are the auction photos as I do not have it in my possession as of now. As can be seen in the photos the rattan braiding and all the wooden parts look to still be in good condition though the blade is covered in rust. Any and all help on this will be greatly appreciated. Best, Robert Attached Images Last edited by Robert Coleman; 26th March 2013 at 04:42 AM.