Padsumbalin Panabas...

Ian · 9th December 2004, 04:24 AM

This one is a beast.

I picked it up several years ago in Manila. It weighs almost 8 lb! I doubt that it would be a very effective combat weapon, but it could certainly amputate or decapitate. This one has been used, as evidenced by knicks in the cutting edge and signs of sharpening. The edge is still very sharp.

The hilt has geometric designs incised into the wooden handle (with remnants of lime in the carved areas), and several metal and woven fiber bands holding the tang and hilt. The tang passes across the width of the handle and is about 10 inches long.

The blade has areas of staining in the main cutting area and a dark patina.

Overall length 41.5 inches, handle 21.5 inches, blade 21 inches. Thickness just in front of the hilt is 9/16 inch.

Probably late 19th C.

Battara · 9th December 2004, 10:23 AM

Although there is a little variety, the majority of panabas with fancy bands seem to be with the "scimitar" blade so far.

2 other notes:

a. Mabagani, now I know where half of the other Moro stuff on the market has gone

b. Spunjer, I love your avatar, has class and style

Spunjer · 9th December 2004, 11:50 AM

* makes sign of the cross after looking at all the panabases *

beautiful pieces guys. maybe one of these days i'll get to own one of those, too...

Ian · 9th December 2004, 01:55 PM

that I posted to the previous EEWRS site a few years ago. This one has a nicely carved hilt and still has its original blade guard intact. The blade on this one has a swollen edge, similar to some barung. Overall length 34 inches.

Ian.

Federico · 9th December 2004, 04:02 PM

Very nice pics, keep em coming guys. Its amazing to see the variety that are out there.

9th December 2004, 04:24 AM	#1
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,399	Massive panabas This one is a beast. I picked it up several years ago in Manila. It weighs almost 8 lb! I doubt that it would be a very effective combat weapon, but it could certainly amputate or decapitate. This one has been used, as evidenced by knicks in the cutting edge and signs of sharpening. The edge is still very sharp. The hilt has geometric designs incised into the wooden handle (with remnants of lime in the carved areas), and several metal and woven fiber bands holding the tang and hilt. The tang passes across the width of the handle and is about 10 inches long. The blade has areas of staining in the main cutting area and a dark patina. Overall length 41.5 inches, handle 21.5 inches, blade 21 inches. Thickness just in front of the hilt is 9/16 inch. Probably late 19th C. Attached Images

9th December 2004, 01:55 PM	#4
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,399	Another old one ... that I posted to the previous EEWRS site a few years ago. This one has a nicely carved hilt and still has its original blade guard intact. The blade on this one has a swollen edge, similar to some barung. Overall length 34 inches. Ian. Attached Images

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9th December 2004, 10:23 AM	#2
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,280	Although there is a little variety, the majority of panabas with fancy bands seem to be with the "scimitar" blade so far. 2 other notes: a. Mabagani, now I know where half of the other Moro stuff on the market has gone b. Spunjer, I love your avatar, has class and style

9th December 2004, 11:50 AM	#3
Spunjer Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Witness Protection Program Posts: 1,730	* makes sign of the cross after looking at all the panabases * beautiful pieces guys. maybe one of these days i'll get to own one of those, too...

9th December 2004, 04:02 PM	#5
Federico Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA Posts: 312	Very nice pics, keep em coming guys. Its amazing to see the variety that are out there.