Contemporary Tausug Barong. Commissioned by the original owner for personal use.
Blade Features: heavy, and thick laminated blade. 16" blade length, 1/4" thickness near the puhan. Silver ferrule with black and silver cord wraps.
Banati wood handle with highly detailed okir.
Scabbard features: MOP with detailed okir; extra thin rattan strips; and, original
sampil cloth.
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Asking price (this includes shipping and Xoom fees): US $270.00
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