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Ian · 5th August 2016, 04:09 PM

Hi Detlef:

Very nice knife. Perhaps Philippines First Republic period (1899–1901) or thereabouts. A strong Spanish influence in the hilt, as noted previously. This one could be Ilocano or from Central Luzon--I favor Ilocano.

Ian.

5th August 2016, 04:09 PM	#10
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,336	Hi Detlef: Very nice knife. Perhaps Philippines First Republic period (1899–1901) or thereabouts. A strong Spanish influence in the hilt, as noted previously. This one could be Ilocano or from Central Luzon--I favor Ilocano. Ian.