Moro Spear???..or not?? Opinions sought

[Spunjer]

Originally Posted by CharlesS

Great pics and more great examples.

Rick I have another budiak practically identical to your example on the right.

regarding some of the old photos....certainly seems like an odd way to carry spears....by the blade. I wonder if blade down translated into "not at war....no threat"???

In the mock combat pics the way the spears are carried and used seems awkward as well.

does seem awkward but actually that's where the focal point is.


although not all are made for throwing, and i'm sure you're familiar with this beauty, charles:





ferrule was entirely made out of weaved brass wires and metal strip (yep, that's human hair tied near the base).






to put much dedication on something like this, i'm pretty sure i won't lob this baby. so that leave this for close quarters...
notice the bamboo strip for thumb rest: