My gunong collection and some thoughts

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by Sajen

Have just get another interesting example from ebay. The seller provided only two pictures and not much information. I am very unsure about the age of this example, handle (pommel) and ferrule is an early style but the blade shows sharp luks which is a sign of much later examples. I doubt that the fittings are from silver. Pommel seems to be from bone. All comments are welcome, special age guesses.

Here pictures of the gunong after it has received some maintenance. The fittings seems to be from (coin?) silver and are very well worked. I haven't etched the blade until now.
I think that this piece is post WWII. I am unsure if this is a very well worked early tourist example or worked for real use, what you think?

[Sajen]

Another recent addition, a rather big one, overall 12". Very unusual blade shape. Enjoy.

[kronckew]

gorgeous!

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by kronckew

gorgeous!

Thank you!

[David]

Well, damn Det! That's a nice one! Love that blade. If it ever tells you it would like to vacation in the States give me a shout.

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by David

Well, damn Det! That's a nice one! Love that blade. If it ever tells you it would like to vacation in the States give me a shout.

Hello David,

thank's as well! Will let you know in this case.

Best regards,
Detlef

[Battara]

What an interesting blade!

[Robert]

Hello Detlef, For this style of gunong this one has the most well made blade I have yet to see. With the cutting edges being what I would describe as "hollow ground" it has a very pronounced medial ridge somewhat like those seen on a lot of the pieces from Africa. It is unfortunate that these photos do not give justice to this feature, but I will try to take some that will just as soon as the rain stops long enough for me to do so. This will make a wonderful addition to your ever growing collection of beautiful gunongs. Congratulations my friend on this great score that you have made. Once you have this in hand you will see how unique this blade really is. In the meantime, here is a poor quality photo that at least gives a little better idea of how pronounced the blade's medial ridge actually is.

Best,
Robert