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16th February 2025, 03:51 AM
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Filipino long sword info requested
I recently acquired this long sword at a military show. Supposedly a bring back from the Philippines. I believe it came from the Luzon region, with the leather scabbard. The hilt and guard are somewhat European in style. The handle grip is hardwood, with brass on each end. The guard is formed from iron. The blade measures 23 inches (58.43 cm) in length, and overall length is 27-1/2" (69.85 cm). The blade is fairly heavy with a thick spine.
I am wondering what the age of this sword is. Could it be from the Spanish-American War or Philippine Insurrection era? Thanks for any information! Andrew |
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16th February 2025, 01:56 PM
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Beautiful sword! And yes, I would agree, Central Luzon. Age guesses from me mid. to end of the 19th century, so it could have been used to the time of the Spanish-American war or also at the Insurrection era IMVHO.
Regards, Detlef |
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17th February 2025, 03:12 AM
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I also think it is from the late part of the Spanish Colonial period or shortly after. Nice sword.
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18th February 2025, 08:19 PM
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Thanks for the feedback on my sword!
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20th February 2025, 10:54 PM
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Tang Question
AHite,
Very nice sword you have there. Is the tang threaded into a nut or peened over? Sincerely, RobT |
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22nd February 2025, 10:19 PM
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The tang is peened over.
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