Spanish-American War Period Barong & Kris for Comment

Battara · 10th August 2010, 11:06 PM

The other kris seems to have a Sulu blade with a Maguindanao/Maranao hilt - there was a lot of trade between the Maguindanao and Sulu. The blade also seems to be an older form, like the late 1700s.

Have the little piece of "gold" tested by a jeweler.

The barong - not looking Yakan to me, but you never know.....

Rick · 11th August 2010, 01:11 AM

My best guess; wouldn't a Sulu Barung have a longer silver punto (ferrule)?

Ideas ?

Battara · 11th August 2010, 06:10 AM

Usually yes. However, the Yakan back crest/plume is extended on these as well. Could this be a fighting form or even a composite?

10th August 2010, 11:06 PM	#1
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,272	The other kris seems to have a Sulu blade with a Maguindanao/Maranao hilt - there was a lot of trade between the Maguindanao and Sulu. The blade also seems to be an older form, like the late 1700s. Have the little piece of "gold" tested by a jeweler. The barong - not looking Yakan to me, but you never know.....

11th August 2010, 01:11 AM	#2
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,336	My best guess; wouldn't a Sulu Barung have a longer silver punto (ferrule)? Ideas ?

11th August 2010, 06:10 AM	#3
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,272	Usually yes. However, the Yakan back crest/plume is extended on these as well. Could this be a fighting form or even a composite?