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Old 9th September 2013, 08:59 PM   #1
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Default Bolo from Luzon

This is my last adquisition, a marvellous bolo from Luzón.
I´m very happy with this adquisition, always I followed this article and finally I have it. Thanks to Runjeet, from Akaal Arms , It was a pleasure made deals with him.

Luzon Tabak
Place of Origin: Luzon (Philippines)
Date: 19thC
Overall length: 20.5in (518mm)
Blade length: 13.5in (343mm)

Description from seller:
A very fine and unusual Bolo ‘Tabak’ large knife from the Philippine island of Luzon, Circa 19th Century.
The scabbard is of very well preserved tooled leather, with only a small split at the end. Lovely patina, and some Spanish influence to the decoration.
The knife is large and heavy, the blade is sharp with a clip point and deep belly.
Some staining and pitting consummate with age. The grip is wonderfully formed in the shape of a fist, probably Nickel or Brass, with a nicely knurled and chequered bolster.
The other fittings are also probably Nickel or brass, they have a silvery yellow colour. The central grip is horn, decorated with Silver studs.
A rare and fine item of it’s kind. An almost identical example can be found in Stones Glossary under ‘Bolas’ – Page 124. -


I wish enjoy pictures and thanks again to Runjeet
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Old 9th September 2013, 10:20 PM   #2
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Congrats, a really stunning and beautiful tabak! And it fits very good in your great collection of Philippine bolos with silver fittings!

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Old 9th September 2013, 11:50 PM   #3
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Yes I remember this piece. The middle pieces maybe silver, testing will determine for sure.

I ned to check my sources but I think that the blade is Pampangin.

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Old 10th September 2013, 04:45 AM   #4
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CONGRADULATIONS! A REAL FIRST CLASS BOLO, BEAUTIFUL WORKMANSHIP THRUOUT AND COMPLETE WITH ORIGINAL SCABBARD A REAL FIND. THE COMPLICATED INLAYED DESIGNS IN THE HORN GRIP ARE SOMETHING I HAVE NOT SEEN BEFORE.
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Old 10th September 2013, 06:09 PM   #5
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Thanks all for your comments !!
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Old 13th September 2013, 10:34 PM   #6
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Oohhweeee! Now that is an awesome lookin piece! Congrats!
Just let me be the first if ever you think about selling. hehe
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Old 15th September 2013, 03:58 AM   #7
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I think the mounts are white metal with the middle section on the horn being silver. But testing will tell if the pieces are truly silver or not.
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