Could this be a Lumad version/interpretation of a Moro kris? I certainly would like to see a decent pic of the gangya area but I've seen quite a few examples with that broad lower gangya and atypical file work (which I'd guess wouldn't be done by a traditional Moro bladesmith). Bagobo/T'boli/Tagakaolo pieces can vary widely in quality - from twisted core examples to poor ones merely clobbered together...
BTW, what's the blade's maximum thickness at the gangya area?
Are the clamps and other hilt fittings made from aluminium? I agree that this is most likely a recent revision/addition.
Regards,
Kai
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