Some new acquisitions

Ian · 23rd December 2023, 06:30 PM

Hi WW,

Nice collection of Filipino knives.

The top one, as you say, is a plamingko from the Visayas.

The middle one is from Luzon, and that distinctive scabbard comes from a specific location which I am struggling to recall. Xasterix may be able to help. The blade shape resembles a katana from Central Luzon.

The last one, which you didn't describe, is a recognized pattern from the town of Apalit in the Central Luzon province of Pampanga. It's name has not been determined here, but several examples have been discussed on the Forum.

23rd December 2023, 06:30 PM	#3
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,363	Hi WW, Nice collection of Filipino knives. The top one, as you say, is a plamingko from the Visayas. The middle one is from Luzon, and that distinctive scabbard comes from a specific location which I am struggling to recall. Xasterix may be able to help. The blade shape resembles a katana from Central Luzon. The last one, which you didn't describe, is a recognized pattern from the town of Apalit in the Central Luzon province of Pampanga. It's name has not been determined here, but several examples have been discussed on the Forum.