Interesting Philippine Kris Sword, but from Where?

drac2k · 3rd July 2023, 09:19 PM

I just acquired this interesting Philippine Kris sword, but the handle and the guard are throwing me off as to its origin. It has a heavy and sharp blade that measures almost 19" long.The handle appears to be horn.

xasterix · 4th July 2023, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by drac2k

I just acquired this interesting Philippine Kris sword, but the handle and the guard are throwing me off as to its origin. It has a heavy and sharp blade that measures almost 19" long.The handle appears to be horn.

Looks Central Luzon to me. Nice sword!

Sajen · 4th July 2023, 11:13 AM

Yes, a nice sword!

drac2k · 4th July 2023, 01:48 PM

Thanks Guys, the handle threw me off.

3rd July 2023, 09:19 PM	#1
drac2k Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 1,229	Interesting Philippine Kris Sword, but from Where? I just acquired this interesting Philippine Kris sword, but the handle and the guard are throwing me off as to its origin. It has a heavy and sharp blade that measures almost 19" long.The handle appears to be horn. Attached Images

4th July 2023, 11:13 AM	#3
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,761	Yes, a nice sword!

4th July 2023, 01:48 PM	#4
drac2k Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 1,229	Thanks Guys, the handle threw me off.