Bicol Bolo/Knife

Robert · 5th April 2014, 05:03 PM

Thank you Jose. Do you (or anyone else) know what group it was that made these bolos and because of the engraving on the blade, how intricate the carving is on both hilt and scabbard were they used just for dress and personal protection or as an all purpose tool? I ask this because I just cannot see someone using something like this for every day chores (chopping wood trimming the weeds) even though it would not surprize me to find out that is exactly what they were used for.

Best,
Robert

5th April 2014, 05:03 PM	#10
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	Thank you Jose. Do you (or anyone else) know what group it was that made these bolos and because of the engraving on the blade, how intricate the carving is on both hilt and scabbard were they used just for dress and personal protection or as an all purpose tool? I ask this because I just cannot see someone using something like this for every day chores (chopping wood trimming the weeds) even though it would not surprize me to find out that is exactly what they were used for. Best, Robert