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Old 9th January 2026, 12:24 AM   #5
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I think it is a Filipino variant. The use of the carabao horn grip, the pommel cap with finial all look Northern Philippines to me. The blade shape is a bit unusual but if you think back to those early arms of the Philippines wall plaques there are some funky blade shapes represented in those miniatures. I think this one is likely circa 1900.

Alright Rick, I followed your advice and took a look at my PI weapons wall plaque and spotted something that fits the profile. Can’t believe it was sitting under my nose the whole time, lol.
I’m with you on the dating.
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