Two Kris for comment, and a new member who's eager to learn.

[Rafngard]

Thank you both Rick and kronckew for your information.

I'm super happy to hear that the Maguindanao one seems to be early 20th century. I thought it might be latter.

I'm going to try the bleach test on the asang-asang on both of these in the next few days. It turns out there is a silver looking band under the leather.

Any opinions on whether or not it would be worth trying to etch them? The Maranao one in particular has sort of line down the middle that seems to be lighter colored, which makes me suspicious. I've found several recipes/procedures in the archives, but would be more than happy to hear anyone's recommendations.

A question on the Sulu or perhaps faux Sulu scabbard, any thoughts on the carvings? The lower ones seem rather touristy, but the one on the wranga looks stylistically different.

Also, I'm finding so much treasure in the archives here, and I feel like I'm only beginning to scratch the surface. This appears to be a very deep rabbit hole.

Have fun,
Leif