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AHite · 24th February 2025, 03:20 PM

I bought two knives from a friend of mine who says he got them from an acquaintance who was a missionary in Africa. Where in Africa he wasn't sure. One of the knives, with the brass handle, is certainly from West Africa and I have found a similar example on this forum. The one that I question has the curved Kris-style blade. To me, it looks to be from Luzon. The blade is not laminated. The handle is horn with brass ferules. The guard is iron. Blade length is a bit over 9 inches (22.86 cm) and overall length 13-3/8 inches (33.9725 cm). It is a very solid knife. The leather scabbard looks typical Filipino except for the leather tassle at the end.

Please let me know your opinions as to the origin of the curved bladed knife. Also, any feedback regarding the brass handled knife. I appreciate the knowledge from this group.

Regards,
Andrew Hite

24th February 2025, 03:20 PM	#1
AHite Member Join Date: Dec 2022 Posts: 55	I say it's Filipino my friend insists it's African... I bought two knives from a friend of mine who says he got them from an acquaintance who was a missionary in Africa. Where in Africa he wasn't sure. One of the knives, with the brass handle, is certainly from West Africa and I have found a similar example on this forum. The one that I question has the curved Kris-style blade. To me, it looks to be from Luzon. The blade is not laminated. The handle is horn with brass ferules. The guard is iron. Blade length is a bit over 9 inches (22.86 cm) and overall length 13-3/8 inches (33.9725 cm). It is a very solid knife. The leather scabbard looks typical Filipino except for the leather tassle at the end. Please let me know your opinions as to the origin of the curved bladed knife. Also, any feedback regarding the brass handled knife. I appreciate the knowledge from this group. Regards, Andrew Hite Attached Images