My first Kampilan!!!

[Rick]

It seems we share the same style of crossguard .

Cecil Q. guestimated my example to be mid 19thC.

How worn is the hilt ?

[Flavio]

Hi Rick,

the hilt is well worn and used and yes the crossguards are the same, but I think that for the rest your kamp shows an older type of hilt shape but I'm not an expert at all so I will be happy if also mine would be so old

[kai]

Hello Rick,

It seems we share the same style of crossguard .

Actually, only the iron staple guards are close (4 vs 5 loops); the wooden cross guard is different!

How worn is the hilt ?

I don't see too much wear on Flavio's pommel; a bit on the crossguard which could be older.

Regards,
Kai

[Battara]

Congratulations! Very nice puppy. Especially when the hair is replaced.

As far as coins for the eyes are concerned, you could try 1880's Spanish silver coins (if you can find any).

[Flavio]

Thank you Kai and Jose

It's nice to know that could be turn of the century, thank you so much!

Here are some pics of the point blade, hope that are not too much

About restoring the kamp... well I don't know I think I will leave as it is, I like it, shows character, I think.....

[kai]

Hello Flavio,

Here are some pics of the point blade, hope that are not too much

Thanks! There is no such thing as too many pics.

Regards,
Kai

[Flavio]

Rick,

how much wide is the rattan on the handle of your kampilan?

Thank you

Flavio

[Rick]

Hi Flavio ,

Near life size pictures of the handle and the plugs on the tip .