Bolo from Luzon

carlos · 9th September 2013, 08:59 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, 10:20 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 · 9th September 2013, 11:50 PM

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, 04:45 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, 06:09 PM

Thanks all for your comments !!
Best regards

Carlos

Dimasalang · 13th September 2013, 10:34 PM

Oohhweeee! Now that is an awesome lookin piece!

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

Battara · 15th September 2013, 03:58 AM

I think the mounts are white metal with the middle section on the horn being silver. But testing will tell if the pieces are truly silver or not.

9th September 2013, 08:59 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, 10:20 PM	#2
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,761	Congrats, a really stunning and beautiful tabak! And it fits very good in your great collection of Philippine bolos with silver fittings! Regards, Detlef

9th September 2013, 11:50 PM	#3
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,217	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, 04:45 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, 06:09 PM	#5
carlos Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 737	Thanks all for your comments !! Best regards Carlos

13th September 2013, 10:34 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

15th September 2013, 03:58 AM	#7
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,217	I think the mounts are white metal with the middle section on the horn being silver. But testing will tell if the pieces are truly silver or not.