How to make a scabbard for a Kampilan?

imas560 · 11th September 2012, 04:36 AM

So I'm almost ready to apply the hair tufts but I thought I'd better verify the kampilan.
I was working under the assumption that the kampilan is a recently made piece (recent as in made in the last 10 years). But I want to confirm first as I was thinking the scabbard is an addition that does not alter the item but the hair tufts affixed become part of the item. I have taken a few additional photos and I was hoping that someone could be able to quickly tell that the kampilan is a recently made item.
The dimes do not show the year, but I thought it could be quite easy to get hold of a couple of old coins.
The kampilan is approx 39 inches / 1 metre long.
Thanks everyone for your help.

VANDOO · 11th September 2012, 05:56 AM

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imas560 · 11th September 2012, 06:42 AM

thanks Vandoo, much appreciated

imas560 · 25th October 2012, 10:29 AM

Hello all,
finally finished the hair tufts. Was going to dye the chestnut hair extensions a deep red but the daughter had managed to do some french braids whilst I was busy with something else. When I got her to undo the braids the chestnut hair had a nice wave to it so decided to do a combination of black and chestnut tufts.

VANDOO · 25th October 2012, 06:34 PM

VERY NICELY DONE A BIG IMPROVEMENT ON THE SWORD AND YOU GOT TO LEARN QUITE A LOT WHILE DOING THE WORK.

Battara · 26th October 2012, 01:53 AM

First, nice scabbard. Glad you got it done.

Second, Ron what a great video, thanks!

Nirghosa · 21st November 2012, 02:18 PM

On a related note, i'm just finishing up a kampilan trainer for personal use.
Does anyone have advice for darkening rattan strips/cane? I have some nice narrow stock Federico gifted me.
I'm planning to do a traditional rattan grip on the handle. I've used black tea before on the strips but it just doesn't get dark enough.
Also, i've applied it after soaking so it will shrink and tighten. Any advice from others who've wrapped handles?

Steve

11th September 2012, 04:36 AM	#1
imas560 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 180	So I'm almost ready to apply the hair tufts but I thought I'd better verify the kampilan. I was working under the assumption that the kampilan is a recently made piece (recent as in made in the last 10 years). But I want to confirm first as I was thinking the scabbard is an addition that does not alter the item but the hair tufts affixed become part of the item. I have taken a few additional photos and I was hoping that someone could be able to quickly tell that the kampilan is a recently made item. The dimes do not show the year, but I thought it could be quite easy to get hold of a couple of old coins. The kampilan is approx 39 inches / 1 metre long. Thanks everyone for your help. Attached Images

25th October 2012, 10:29 AM	#4
imas560 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 180	Hello all, finally finished the hair tufts. Was going to dye the chestnut hair extensions a deep red but the daughter had managed to do some french braids whilst I was busy with something else. When I got her to undo the braids the chestnut hair had a nice wave to it so decided to do a combination of black and chestnut tufts. Attached Images

11th September 2012, 05:56 AM	#2
VANDOO (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: OKLAHOMA, USA Posts: 3,138	YOU HAVE A PM MESSAGE

11th September 2012, 06:42 AM	#3
imas560 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 180	thanks Vandoo, much appreciated

25th October 2012, 06:34 PM	#5
VANDOO (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: OKLAHOMA, USA Posts: 3,138	VERY NICELY DONE A BIG IMPROVEMENT ON THE SWORD AND YOU GOT TO LEARN QUITE A LOT WHILE DOING THE WORK.

26th October 2012, 01:53 AM	#6
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,272	First, nice scabbard. Glad you got it done. Second, Ron what a great video, thanks!

21st November 2012, 02:18 PM	#7
Nirghosa Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 119	On a related note, i'm just finishing up a kampilan trainer for personal use. Does anyone have advice for darkening rattan strips/cane? I have some nice narrow stock Federico gifted me. I'm planning to do a traditional rattan grip on the handle. I've used black tea before on the strips but it just doesn't get dark enough. Also, i've applied it after soaking so it will shrink and tighten. Any advice from others who've wrapped handles? Steve