WWII Filipino Sword???

[David]

Thanks Detlef. Anyone else have examples of these for further comparison?

[Sajen]

Here one which was sold not so long ago by ebay. I believe that this one is from the same time frame.

[Spunjer]

not quite the same blade style, but the scabbard is identical. instead of leather chaff like yours, the one on mine is brass.

[David]

Wow, that's a beauty Ron. These examples are helpful, thanks!

[Battara]

Yes Ron your mounts on this one are brass. Ron's is a great example and rare - the horn is albino carabao horn!

There were a lot of these blades made for GIs, but this one is nice.

[Armas]

here’s a similar Binangon that I have. this was identified by a blademaker in Cabatuan, Iloilo, Philippines.. the hilt and the use of carabao or cow bone on the handle is similar to the work of his grand uncle he said.

[David]

Originally Posted by Armas

here’s a similar Binangon that I have. this was identified by a blademaker in Cabatuan, Iloilo, Philippines.. the hilt and the use of carabao or cow bone on the handle is similar to the work of his grand uncle he said.

Very interesting. It sure does seem to be pretty much the very same hilt form and is possibly the same maker. Would love to see a few different angles of the hilt as well as the blade. Thanks!