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8th December 2023, 10:06 PM | #1 | |
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Is that what you call a '' heat quenched edge'' ? Kind regards |
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9th December 2023, 11:36 AM | #2 |
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It could be. Your latest pictures seem to show differential hardening but etching would likely bring it out better. Heat and then quenching with oil or water will create a different crystalline structure and harder edge, which shows as a line along the edge that is a different color from the rest of the blade.
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21st May 2024, 11:59 PM | #3 |
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New Tboli tok/kafilan
I’m the new owner of this nice-looking tok/kafilan. Looks to have some age? The scabbard retains some of the woven binding and the grass? component. Whatever ornaments were originally present on the hilt appear to be missing. Seller photos, will post this beauty when it arrives!
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23rd May 2024, 03:16 AM | #4 |
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Tboli kefilan
Wildwolberine,
That’s a nice and very old Tboli kefilan. Terrific old scabbard as well, which I would identify as Blaan. Nice pick up and thanks for sharing. Best, Craig |
23rd May 2024, 04:05 PM | #5 |
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Hi WW,
Nice old example. I agree with Craig, this one could well be B'laan, the people "over the hill" from the T'boli. BTW, the blades on these swords are excellent—they are tough and hold a sharp edge very well. |
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