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When I obtained this machete as part of a lot it was extremely dirty and the blade entirely encrusted in dirt and rust. Total length 22", blade length 16 3/4". Not thinking it was interesting at all, I used the blade to test various cleaning methods. I was surprised to see the blade decorations which include the following, and now I'm motivated to learn more about the traditions of such blades.
On one side, it says: F-Florez Hdez.Ocotlán is a small city in Oaxaca. Hdez is probably an abbreviated "Hernandez" My guess is that he was born in Juarez in ??34. And on the other: "El respeto el derechoTranslation: Respect the law. Peace is the memory of Oaxaca. Any thoughts? - Dave A. |
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