Ginunting (Binangon)
 

Sometimes I go a long time between finding good Philippine pieces, sometimes they come in bunches. Here's a ginunting or binangon from the northern part of the Philippines. Overall length is 23 3/4", while the blade is 17 3/4". The horn hilt has a small octagonal ferrule, and is held on with a threaded nut. Comments on age and location welcomed. :)
Thanks,
Steve

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...ng-overall.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...nting-hilt.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...nting-butt.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...g-scabbard.jpg

I would say you have been taking your "lucky pills" but I think it is careful searching and observance paying off. Another nice piece! Congratulations! :)

JC
 

I have an espada or pinuti by the same maker Steve .

Thanks gentlemen,
Bill, a good friend saw this one and gave me a heads up. Thanks bud!

Rick, I'd love to see a picture of your Pinuti if you have one.

Steve

BEAUTIFUL!!
 

CONGRATULATIONS!!IT´S A VERY BEATIFUL PIECE, AND IN A GOOD STATE OF CONSERVATION!!
ENJOY IT!!
REGARDS
CARLOS