Another Unusual Moro Kriss....any ideas??

[Spunjer]

check out this bagobo sword (sorry, pics slightly out of focus):



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the reason i said t'boli is because of their proximity to the maguindanao. but then again could be a Bagobo handiwork


apolaki, are you referring to the metal straps? if it is, depending on the tribe, it's either baka-baka, or asang-asang

[CharlesS]

Great pic/example Spunjer. Thanks.

I'm a little surprised now that we haven't seen other similar kriss examples.

[Battara]

Tboli are renowned for their brass work and are experts at casting solid brass hilts.

[David]

Originally Posted by Spunjer

apolaki, are you referring to the metal straps? if it is, depending on the tribe, it's either baka-baka, or asang-asang

To take Ron's explanation a step further , these straps are used to secure the blade to the hilt. They are not merely decorative.

[Rick]

Also referred to as 'stirrups' by some .