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Here is a another Moro jungayyan barong. I am not sure which tribe, but after conversations with Battara and describing the pommel to him, I suggest Tausug. It seems the pommel's upper and lower portion are at a slightly more elongated and extreme "1 o'clock" and "7 o'clock" positions.
Once the "Moro guys" see it they may have a better or another idea. The blade is rather standard(in terms of pattern welding) except that it has an upper edge for 2/3s of its length. The quite simple scabbard is original, but was broken in several spots and has seen some restoration. |
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Very very nice!
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Wow!
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Charles
I think I could live with the "Standard" blade just for the sake of the hilt and pommel. ![]() |
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The more I see of these the more I want one for my own collection. Really really nice!
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yowza!!! heck of a piece you got there, Charles! that's one cool looking puppy you got, lol. it's amazing how those fragile ivory carvings are perfectly intact a hundred or so years later. the double edge blade is a plus as well! an excellent Sulu piece! congrats on your latest catch!!!
this barung reminds me of the God of War piece. the only thing missing are the symbols on the blade... |
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Spunjer: would you consider this a Tausug piece, and if so what would you consider the identifying characteristics???
Thanks for your input, as always! |
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Absolutely stunning Charles! One day I'll find one of these beauties! Congrats!
All my best, John |
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