Bolo from Luzon

carlos · 9th September 2013, 09:59 PM

This is my last adquisition, a marvellous bolo from Luzón.
I´m very happy with this adquisition, always I followed this article and finally I have it. Thanks to Runjeet, from Akaal Arms , It was a pleasure made deals with him.

Luzon Tabak
Place of Origin: Luzon (Philippines)
Date: 19thC
Overall length: 20.5in (518mm)
Blade length: 13.5in (343mm)

Description from seller:
A very fine and unusual Bolo ‘Tabak’ large knife from the Philippine island of Luzon, Circa 19th Century.
The scabbard is of very well preserved tooled leather, with only a small split at the end. Lovely patina, and some Spanish influence to the decoration.
The knife is large and heavy, the blade is sharp with a clip point and deep belly.
Some staining and pitting consummate with age. The grip is wonderfully formed in the shape of a fist, probably Nickel or Brass, with a nicely knurled and chequered bolster.
The other fittings are also probably Nickel or brass, they have a silvery yellow colour. The central grip is horn, decorated with Silver studs.
A rare and fine item of it’s kind. An almost identical example can be found in Stones Glossary under ‘Bolas’ – Page 124. -

I wish enjoy pictures and thanks again to Runjeet
best regards
carlos

Sajen · 9th September 2013, 11:20 PM

Congrats, a really stunning and beautiful tabak!

And it fits very good in your great collection of Philippine bolos with silver fittings!

Regards,

Detlef

Battara · 10th September 2013, 12:50 AM

Yes I remember this piece. The middle pieces maybe silver, testing will determine for sure.

I ned to check my sources but I think that the blade is Pampangin.

Congratulations!

VANDOO · 10th September 2013, 05:45 AM

CONGRADULATIONS! A REAL FIRST CLASS BOLO, BEAUTIFUL WORKMANSHIP THRUOUT AND COMPLETE WITH ORIGINAL SCABBARD A REAL FIND.

THE COMPLICATED INLAYED DESIGNS IN THE HORN GRIP ARE SOMETHING I HAVE NOT SEEN BEFORE.

carlos · 10th September 2013, 07:09 PM

Thanks all for your comments !!
Best regards

Carlos

Dimasalang · 13th September 2013, 11:34 PM

Oohhweeee! Now that is an awesome lookin piece!

Congrats!
Just let me be the first if ever you think about selling. hehe

9th September 2013, 09:59 PM	#1
carlos Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 737	Bolo from Luzon This is my last adquisition, a marvellous bolo from Luzón. I´m very happy with this adquisition, always I followed this article and finally I have it. Thanks to Runjeet, from Akaal Arms , It was a pleasure made deals with him. Luzon Tabak Place of Origin: Luzon (Philippines) Date: 19thC Overall length: 20.5in (518mm) Blade length: 13.5in (343mm) Description from seller: A very fine and unusual Bolo ‘Tabak’ large knife from the Philippine island of Luzon, Circa 19th Century. The scabbard is of very well preserved tooled leather, with only a small split at the end. Lovely patina, and some Spanish influence to the decoration. The knife is large and heavy, the blade is sharp with a clip point and deep belly. Some staining and pitting consummate with age. The grip is wonderfully formed in the shape of a fist, probably Nickel or Brass, with a nicely knurled and chequered bolster. The other fittings are also probably Nickel or brass, they have a silvery yellow colour. The central grip is horn, decorated with Silver studs. A rare and fine item of it’s kind. An almost identical example can be found in Stones Glossary under ‘Bolas’ – Page 124. - I wish enjoy pictures and thanks again to Runjeet best regards carlos Attached Images

9th September 2013, 11:20 PM	#2
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,779	Congrats, a really stunning and beautiful tabak! And it fits very good in your great collection of Philippine bolos with silver fittings! Regards, Detlef

10th September 2013, 12:50 AM	#3
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,219	Yes I remember this piece. The middle pieces maybe silver, testing will determine for sure. I ned to check my sources but I think that the blade is Pampangin. Congratulations!

10th September 2013, 05:45 AM	#4
VANDOO (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: OKLAHOMA, USA Posts: 3,138	CONGRADULATIONS! A REAL FIRST CLASS BOLO, BEAUTIFUL WORKMANSHIP THRUOUT AND COMPLETE WITH ORIGINAL SCABBARD A REAL FIND. THE COMPLICATED INLAYED DESIGNS IN THE HORN GRIP ARE SOMETHING I HAVE NOT SEEN BEFORE.

10th September 2013, 07:09 PM	#5
carlos Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 737	Thanks all for your comments !! Best regards Carlos

13th September 2013, 11:34 PM	#6
Dimasalang Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 264	Oohhweeee! Now that is an awesome lookin piece! Congrats! Just let me be the first if ever you think about selling. hehe