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Tim Simmons · 14th July 2007, 07:53 AM

The lowest gold I could get would be the British standard 9ct gold, even milled very thin it will be a little more than I would like to pay. I like the idea of pillowed or domed pieces but looking at the small shapes at the extremities of the grip I am not sure that is the most practical way to go. I will try a few silver bits first as this is the most simple and ready to hand. Does anybody have a weapon with silver inlay held by adhesive ?

Tim Simmons · 18th July 2007, 01:28 PM

Well I have it now and Rick was correct Philippine. It has that feel of much Philippine minorities work a sort of rough relegance. It was covered in old thick grease and when removed the handle has two pieces of brass sheet inlay, so that could be replaced. The blade has been locally forged displaying some folding to the steel. On the whole I am very pleased with it and think it was a good buy but I would not have wanted to pay a penny more. Lucky that I have recently gained more interest in this area and this will indeed add to the collection. Not the most common stuff in the UK. The blade is just over 45cm long with a central midrib and has been well used.

Ian · 18th July 2007, 04:06 PM

The mid-rib on the blade is consistent with a Spanish colonial origin. Probably late 19th C., from the revolutionary period in the Philippines. The full length tang suggests it was made in Luzon, probably Manila.

Ian.

Tim Simmons · 18th July 2007, 04:49 PM

Thanks Ian. A revolution period may help explain a some what hurried look about the weapon. The very thickest part of the forte is 7mm. The handle may be horn. Here is a pic of the back. The more I handle it, think I did rather well

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I have been googling the revolution, very interesting. Happy Happy

ward · 18th July 2007, 05:39 PM

be careful if working with mother of pearl the dust is extreamly hazardous. Must be worked with under a water barrier

Bill · 18th July 2007, 07:10 PM

Looks like a couple of inlay are still there. Brass? You should be able to buy a small brass sheet the same thickness & cut new ones.

Rick · 18th July 2007, 08:05 PM

Can't wait to see it when you've worked your magic on it Tim .

18th July 2007, 04:06 PM	#3
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,361	Nice find The mid-rib on the blade is consistent with a Spanish colonial origin. Probably late 19th C., from the revolutionary period in the Philippines. The full length tang suggests it was made in Luzon, probably Manila. Ian.

14th July 2007, 07:53 AM	#1
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,842	The lowest gold I could get would be the British standard 9ct gold, even milled very thin it will be a little more than I would like to pay. I like the idea of pillowed or domed pieces but looking at the small shapes at the extremities of the grip I am not sure that is the most practical way to go. I will try a few silver bits first as this is the most simple and ready to hand. Does anybody have a weapon with silver inlay held by adhesive ?

18th July 2007, 01:28 PM	#2
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,842	Well I have it now and Rick was correct Philippine. It has that feel of much Philippine minorities work a sort of rough relegance. It was covered in old thick grease and when removed the handle has two pieces of brass sheet inlay, so that could be replaced. The blade has been locally forged displaying some folding to the steel. On the whole I am very pleased with it and think it was a good buy but I would not have wanted to pay a penny more. Lucky that I have recently gained more interest in this area and this will indeed add to the collection. Not the most common stuff in the UK. The blade is just over 45cm long with a central midrib and has been well used.

18th July 2007, 04:49 PM	#4
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,842	Thanks Ian. A revolution period may help explain a some what hurried look about the weapon. The very thickest part of the forte is 7mm. The handle may be horn. Here is a pic of the back. The more I handle it, think I did rather well . I have been googling the revolution, very interesting. Happy Happy

18th July 2007, 05:39 PM	#5
ward Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 637	be careful if working with mother of pearl the dust is extreamly hazardous. Must be worked with under a water barrier

18th July 2007, 07:10 PM	#6
Bill Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago area Posts: 327	Looks like a couple of inlay are still there. Brass? You should be able to buy a small brass sheet the same thickness & cut new ones.

18th July 2007, 08:05 PM	#7
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,336	Can't wait to see it when you've worked your magic on it Tim .