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Ian · 11th September 2023, 01:22 PM

Hi Detlef,

Thanks for putting together this topi and adding to our understanding of what is basically a general purpose bolo of Muslim Mindanao. The information provided by Xasterix has been very useful in this regard.

The Tugaya craftsmen are renowned for dressing up old blades, and new ones for that matter, to sell to travelers. Now that we have seen the examples shown here, we should be able to identify them more clearly. While they are interesting blades, and might serve as a weapon, they are mainly used for routine chores rather than fighting.

11th September 2023, 01:22 PM	#4
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,361	Hi Detlef, Thanks for putting together this topi and adding to our understanding of what is basically a general purpose bolo of Muslim Mindanao. The information provided by Xasterix has been very useful in this regard. The Tugaya craftsmen are renowned for dressing up old blades, and new ones for that matter, to sell to travelers. Now that we have seen the examples shown here, we should be able to identify them more clearly. While they are interesting blades, and might serve as a weapon, they are mainly used for routine chores rather than fighting. Last edited by Ian; 3rd October 2023 at 09:37 PM.