Bagobo Sword - insights & thoughts please

[kai]

Hello Marbel,

Welcome to the forum!

I'm confident that it is Bagobo and is ceremonial.

Here's another example: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=18286

Both look like post-WW2 pieces to me, probably much more recent though. While these examples are based on traditional designs I'm not convinced that this type is really being utilized by Bagoboo or other Lumad groups as acoutrements for traditional ceremonies rather than flashy reenactment props sold to those who travel for pleasure...

If you hit Bagobo or Lumad into the forum search, you'll find a good variety of antique examples.

Sadly, it was damaged in shipping. The two protruding tip pieces at the end of the scabbard tubes were injured. One was bent quite a bit but still attached, the other was broken clean off. A shame, but repairable I assume.

These were soldered on - should be an easy fix.

Regards,
Kai