2 nice Philippine Insurrection Swords

drac2k · 10th May 2014, 11:58 PM

I was fortunate enough to win these two @ auction. The larger sword has a blade that measures 21" x 1 1/2"; it is single edged(except the last 6" of the backside of the spearpoint, which is razor sharp as well), and very sharp.It is not a machete blade;it has a spine thickness at the base of approx. 3/16".
The smaller sword has a blade length of 20";the last 6 " of the backside of the spearpoint has a sharp edge.One side is flat and the other side has a raised medial edge.
Both would be very effective weapons !

Sajen · 11th May 2014, 12:12 PM

Two very interesting Luzon swords!

Good to have them in such an good state and with intact leather scabbards. Very good addition to your collection!

Regards,
Detlef

drac2k · 11th May 2014, 03:30 PM

Thanks;did you determine they were Luzon swords by the blade configurations, the handles or the scabbards ? They almost look like naval cutlasses, but I don't think that they had much (or any navy), during the Philippine insurrections ;am I wrong in this assumption ?

Sajen · 11th May 2014, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by drac2k

Thanks;did you determine they were Luzon swords by the blade configurations, the handles or the scabbards ? They almost look like naval cutlasses, but I don't think that they had much (or any navy), during the Philippine insurrections ;am I wrong in this assumption ?

The overall appearance let me be sure that they are from Luzon, the peened through tang, the handles byself and also the leather scabbards are typical for Luzon swords.
I don't think that they have had navy during the Philippine insurrection but frankly said I just don't know.
I am sure that others will confirm that they are from Luzon, special Robert have a great and good collection of this type of swords.

Regards,
Detlef

drac2k · 11th May 2014, 07:50 PM

Thanks

Robert · 12th May 2014, 06:42 AM

Hello Drac2k, I totally agree with Detlef's assessment of your swords and would also like to add my congratulations on your being able to acquire them for your collection. As for whether or not these are naval cuttlesses I cannot say, but General Emilio Aguinaldo, leader of the revolution, organized the Philippine Navy on June 23, 1898.

Best,
Robert

10th May 2014, 11:58 PM	#1
drac2k Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 1,230	2 nice Philippine Insurrection Swords I was fortunate enough to win these two @ auction. The larger sword has a blade that measures 21" x 1 1/2"; it is single edged(except the last 6" of the backside of the spearpoint, which is razor sharp as well), and very sharp.It is not a machete blade;it has a spine thickness at the base of approx. 3/16". The smaller sword has a blade length of 20";the last 6 " of the backside of the spearpoint has a sharp edge.One side is flat and the other side has a raised medial edge. Both would be very effective weapons ! Attached Images Last edited by drac2k; 11th May 2014 at 12:44 AM.

11th May 2014, 12:12 PM	#2
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,781	Two very interesting Luzon swords! Good to have them in such an good state and with intact leather scabbards. Very good addition to your collection! Regards, Detlef

11th May 2014, 03:30 PM	#3
drac2k Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 1,230	Thanks;did you determine they were Luzon swords by the blade configurations, the handles or the scabbards ? They almost look like naval cutlasses, but I don't think that they had much (or any navy), during the Philippine insurrections ;am I wrong in this assumption ?

11th May 2014, 07:50 PM	#5
drac2k Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 1,230	Thanks

12th May 2014, 06:42 AM	#6
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	Hello Drac2k, I totally agree with Detlef's assessment of your swords and would also like to add my congratulations on your being able to acquire them for your collection. As for whether or not these are naval cuttlesses I cannot say, but General Emilio Aguinaldo, leader of the revolution, organized the Philippine Navy on June 23, 1898. Best, Robert