Tourist Item Or Not?

Robert · 27th February 2009, 05:08 AM

Normally I don't buy items with aluminium fittings but this Philippine bolo seemed interesting so here it is. Blade length is only 13-5/8 inches and is 1-1/2 inches at the widest point and 3/8 inch thick at the hilt. Horn grip in the shape of a horses hoof. All the fittings and the decoration on the grip are made of aluminium. This is a very well built bolo with a blade much thicker than any that I've seen on any tourist piece so far. I would appreciate your ideas on the age of this and if you think this is or is not a tourist item. I have seen one knife that was decorated almost exactly like this before that was dated 1930 something on the blade. Thanks for any help that can be offered.

Robert

27th February 2009, 05:08 AM	#1
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	Tourist Item Or Not? Normally I don't buy items with aluminium fittings but this Philippine bolo seemed interesting so here it is. Blade length is only 13-5/8 inches and is 1-1/2 inches at the widest point and 3/8 inch thick at the hilt. Horn grip in the shape of a horses hoof. All the fittings and the decoration on the grip are made of aluminium. This is a very well built bolo with a blade much thicker than any that I've seen on any tourist piece so far. I would appreciate your ideas on the age of this and if you think this is or is not a tourist item. I have seen one knife that was decorated almost exactly like this before that was dated 1930 something on the blade. Thanks for any help that can be offered. Robert Attached Images