Padsumbalin Panabas...

zelbone · 8th December 2004, 10:52 PM

Here's the pic of the panabas that Mabagani was referring to

kino · 8th December 2004, 11:38 PM

Here are some Panabas's that is in my collection. The Padsumbalin, the seller told me is the one in Cato's book.
The middle one has a okirred hilt of Mahogany with copper bands. It sports a pierced and engraved blade. The engravings are somewhat sharp which leads me to believe that it could have been recently done. But then again, maybe it was never used or handled much.
The third one has okirred bands of brass and what looks like to be silver, could be white brass, I can't tell the difference. The hilt is bamboo.

The blade on the middle one is 3/8" thick (closest to the hilt), the bottom one a hair short of 3/8" thick.
With multiple resizing and compressing, I hope the photos come out clear.

Any comments or estimates on their ages.

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.

8th December 2004, 10:52 PM	#1
zelbone Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: VISAYAS and MINDANAO Posts: 169	Here's the pic of the panabas that Mabagani was referring to Attached Images

8th December 2004, 11:38 PM	#2
kino Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,020	somewhat Lavish panabas' Here are some Panabas's that is in my collection. The Padsumbalin, the seller told me is the one in Cato's book. The middle one has a okirred hilt of Mahogany with copper bands. It sports a pierced and engraved blade. The engravings are somewhat sharp which leads me to believe that it could have been recently done. But then again, maybe it was never used or handled much. The third one has okirred bands of brass and what looks like to be silver, could be white brass, I can't tell the difference. The hilt is bamboo. The blade on the middle one is 3/8" thick (closest to the hilt), the bottom one a hair short of 3/8" thick. With multiple resizing and compressing, I hope the photos come out clear. Any comments or estimates on their ages. Attached Images

9th December 2004, 04:24 AM	#3
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,469	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	#6
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,469	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

9th December 2004, 10:23 AM	#4
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,319	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	#5
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	#7
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.