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Old 21st May 2024, 11:59 PM   #1
wildwolberine
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Default 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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Old 23rd May 2024, 03:16 AM   #2
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Default 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.

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Old 23rd May 2024, 04:05 PM   #3
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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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