Speaking of Panabas or is it something else

[kino]

Kai, the spine nearest the hilt is 5/16” thick.

Xas, makes sense since Kai noted the blades engraving doesn’t resemble Moro. I looked up Margosatubig location earlier. Any idea what “Margo”, means.

Here’s another one in this photo, from a panoply of mostly Moro weapons in a Spanish collection. Xas, you’ll probably find the Panabas interesting.

[kai]

Hello Albert,

Given the geographic setting, I wouldn't rule out a common ancestor for the glot and the pira. Still, quite different animals!

Here’s another one in this photo, from a panoply of mostly Moro weapons in a Spanish collection.

Yup, that's another nice one! Note that the ferrule is somewhat different but otherwise it's a close match - great find!

Regards,
Kai