Classic Bikol Minasbad

CharlesS · 18th March 2020, 06:07 PM

Here is a recently acquired Bikol minasbad that conforms to many of the swords most familiar features. This one includes its rather practical, plain, unartistic scabbard. The sword's hilt is rather crudely carved horn, with an iron hand and finger guard. The nicely balanced blade is in good shape and features a floral pattern chiseled on one side close to the spine.

Enjoy, and comments welcomed.

Dimensions:
Overall length: 29in.
Blade length: 19.5in.
Blade's widest point 1.75in.
Thickness of the blade at the forte: just short of 1/2 in.(!!!)

18th March 2020, 06:07 PM	#1
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,857	Classic Bikol Minasbad Here is a recently acquired Bikol minasbad that conforms to many of the swords most familiar features. This one includes its rather practical, plain, unartistic scabbard. The sword's hilt is rather crudely carved horn, with an iron hand and finger guard. The nicely balanced blade is in good shape and features a floral pattern chiseled on one side close to the spine. Enjoy, and comments welcomed. Dimensions: Overall length: 29in. Blade length: 19.5in. Blade's widest point 1.75in. Thickness of the blade at the forte: just short of 1/2 in.(!!!) Attached Images