Knife for ID
 

Hi all,
Here are pics of a recently acquired small knife. I am almost embarassed at posting pics of such an uninteresting knife, but am still trying to increase my small knowledge of edged weapons. Perhaps a member will recognise the style and be able to tell me the country of origin?
Thanks heaps guys.
Best,
Brian

It is from the Philippines, Luzon IMHO. More knowledge members will be able to tell you more.

Regards,

Detlef

I'm in total agreement with Detlef on this one. I have one just like it, only the diamond shaped side panels on mine are in silver.

Regards,
Robert

I AGREE LUZON I THINK OF THIS FORM AS A BOWIE KNIFE. PERHAPS FROM AMERICAN INFLUENCES BUT NOT SURE OF THAT. WITH LUCK A PHILIPPINE BOWIE COPLLECTOR IS OUT THERE TO PIN DOWN THE TIME AND PLACE OF THESE INTERESTING FIGHTING KNIVES. WHILE THEY ARE ATTRACTIVE ENOUGH TO INTEREST A TOURIST THESE WERE WELL MADE FOR USE, AT LEAST THOSE I HAVE HANDLED WERE. NICE ONE :)

I totally agree Berry, these are NOT your average piece of tourist junk but quite serviceable knives. All of the ones that I have handled are very well made and of good quality steel. Having the original sheath is also a plus. Real users, not just something for show. From what I can tell these seem to have appeared around WWII.
Regards,
Robert

Thank you, gentlemen, for your prompt and informative replies. I have learned just a little more!
Best,
Brian