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Old 12th October 2010, 08:26 PM   #27
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To place yarns while fixing boat sails.
BTW, this type of knife was brought to the Philippines by the Spanish, and it is still being made there, _exactly as it was during the 18-19th Cs._

From what I remember, it was also made in Spanish America, namely Mexico and Peru.



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Fantastic collection Carlos!
What is the size range from smallest to largest?
I've heard that the pierced blades are for poison, do you think that is true?
What about age?
You have a great collection, something for me to aspire toward.
Thanks for sharing.
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Gene

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