A Batangas Brass Bladed Dagger

Robert · 5th December 2015, 10:01 PM

Hello Ian, The strange kris sword was sold on epray a year or two ago. As for its original use I could only guess. It does not look all that fanciful to me after looking at some of the other odd kris that have adorned these pages over the years. I do wonder though if the present guard is original to it or not as it looks a little out of place with the rest of the sword. I would love to someday be able to visit the Philippines and visit that area. Here are a couple of photos of Lake Taal gleaned form the internet.

Best,
Robert

5th December 2015, 10:01 PM	#7
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	Hello Ian, The strange kris sword was sold on epray a year or two ago. As for its original use I could only guess. It does not look all that fanciful to me after looking at some of the other odd kris that have adorned these pages over the years. I do wonder though if the present guard is original to it or not as it looks a little out of place with the rest of the sword. I would love to someday be able to visit the Philippines and visit that area. Here are a couple of photos of Lake Taal gleaned form the internet. Best, Robert Attached Images