Newly bought Bolo.
 

Hiya everyone. Seeing all the good blades on this site originating in the Philippines filled me with the desire to have at least one of these for myself.
Yesterday I was able to buy this one...... Is it a Philippine Bolo, or something else. Still in "as bought" condition, and no indication as to whether it has a mono-steel or laminated blade.
The blade is about 7 mill thick at the base, and there is an iron pin or rivet through the bulge of the black horn grip.

It is a golok from Java. Nice one but need some care.

Agree with Henk, a golok from Java, Indonesia. :)

Regards,
Detlef

Thanks for the information, I did wonder. Oh well, happy as I am with the piece I must now resume my quest for a Philippine blade.
Any ideas on its age and use.... a weapon or a tool, this century ( the last hundred years) or earlier.

Hello David,

a golok is mainly a farmers tool, special this simple ones and still in use so it will be difficult to determine an age for it. I would guess middle last century for it since it has seen use. Do a little bit research by the key word "golok" and you will find other examples.
Be careful with the Philippine blades, they are addictive! :D ;)

Regards,
Detlef