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SANDATA NG MGA LAHING KAYUMANGGIINDIGENOUS WEAPONS OF THE KAYUMANGGI PEOPLE

BEAUTIFUL HANDMADE SWORDS AND KNIVES FROM THE PHILIPPINES

TRADITIONALFILIPINO

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a tribe in the Philippines the same way

this tribe has been making them for

centuries. Every one of these Filipino

historical and cultural weapons are

actually combat ready to cut through

about anything! You can see by reading

this information on each blade, they

are not made of re-melted spring

steel like many other weapons from

the Philippines on the tourist market

today! Guaranteed, you will not find

this kind of quality steel blades from

the Philippines anywhere else bu

right here on the Traditional Filipino

Weapons website!

These are guaranteed to be the highest

quality blade steel for Filipino weapons

sold in the USA or anywhere else right

now and at VERY good prices! Note:

that these blades are NOT made of re-

melted spring steel that were stamped

out and mass produced by computerized

machines like other reputable companies

are selling. These are all individually

hand forged to perfection using only

VERY high quality steels that have been

tested not only in jungle warfares but

also used to defend their lands during

the various wars the Philippines have

been through.

You will see other Filipino bladed

weapon dealers using pinned and glued

handles. Those handles will eventually

come loose. You will also see knives and

swords with the handles screwed on

from the back, those will also eventually

come loose. The handle of these blades

are put together a different way that is

a trade secret that has been within their

family tribe for centuries. These handles

will never come loose. You will be able

to hand these bladed weapon down as a

family heirloom for centuries to come!

These Filipino bladed weapons as

well as the other weapons maintained

historical superiority that are guaranteed

not to be found anywhere else. They are

all made solid from top to bottom with

a full tang so each one is combat ready

to take any type of normal punishment.

Again, I want to point out...the handles

are custom made to be full tang so the

handles will NEVER come loose. These

Filipino blades are engineered perfectly

by craftsmen who have been making

these blades within their family tribe

for centuries. You can actually easily

feel the deadly potential behind these

Filipino blades by just holding one in

your hand!

These Philippine indigenous weapons

are a must have for all sword and knife

collectors looking for the best! You will

see for yourself once you hold one, that

no one else can compete with what we

have here!

All the blades are 5160 and rock

tempered to 58 to 60 hardness scale.

That is close to the hardest you can get

any steel. It is the same hardness as an

original Japanese Katana. These Swords

can easily chop off cows head in one

stroke. The knives can easily go through

a car door. No one has this quality in

craftsmanship and durability here in

the US for Filipino blades! Unlike the

many you see sold in martial art, gun

or blade magazines, which are stamped

out and sharpened then polished, you

will never find anything like it with

both, this kind of craftsmanship along

with such high quality steel. Also take

note that these blades are NOT made

with the handle glued or screwed on!

Each blade, from the beginning to the

end, is one solid piece with a full tang

in the shape of the handle!

They are all individually hand made by

Made from TOP QUALITY STEEL

Owner and Instructor

Sifu/Guru

Ron Kosakowski

Over 35 years of study


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TFW PRICE LIST

As of 1/1/2009

WEAPON PRICE

BALISONG $ 165.00BARONG $ 200.00BICUCO $ 200.00DAHONG PALAY $ 200.00ESPADA Y DAGA $ 295.00GINUNTING $ 200.00GOLOK $ 200.00GARAB KNIFE $ 165.00

HAGIBIS $ 165.00HEXAGON FLAT STICKS $ 65.00/PAIRITAK TAGALOG $ 200.00IGOROT HEAD HUNTING AXE #1 $165.00IGOROT HEAD HUNTING AXE #2 $165.00KALIS $ 200.00KAMPILAN $ 200.00KAMPILAN BOLO $ 200.00KARAMBIT $ 155.00KATIPUNAN $ 200.00KRIS #1 $ 200.00KRIS #2 $ 200.00

KRIS #3 $ 200.00KRIS #4 $ 200.00MAGUINDANAO STYLE KRIS $ 200.00STRAIGHT KRIS $ 200.00PAKAL KNIFE #1 $ 155.00PAKAL KNIFE #2 $ 155.00PAKAL KNIFE #3 $ 155.00PANABAS $ 200.00PINUTE $ 200.00PIRA COTABATA $ 200.00PUNYAL $ 165.00SANDUKO & DAGGER $ 295.00SANSIBAR $ 200.00

STRAIGHT GUNONG $ 165.00TALIBONG $ 200.00VISAYAN BARONG $ 200.00WAR GOLOK $ 200.00WOODEN WEAPONS -------------------------------------MALAYU SIBAT $ 25.00PALM STICK $ 7.00 EARATTAN STICKS $ 25.00 / PAIR4 RATTAN STAFF $ 20.005 RATTAN STAFF $ 25.00

2009 Weapons Price

SUSUWAT $200.00UTAK $200.00BALASIONG $200.00BANYAL $200.00LARING $200.00BANGKON $200.00LAHOT $200.00GAYANG $200.00

MAGINOO SWORD CANE $200.00CEREMONIAL KNIFE #1 $185.00CEREMONIAL KNIFE #2 $185.00CEREMONIAL KNIFE #3 $185.00


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Perfect for close quarter attacks, the Ginuntings areshaped like a beak as the tip of these swords are curveddownward, similar to Kukris of the Gurkhas. Ginuntingsare the official swords of the Philippine Marines. TheGinunting is easier to use as utility tools as jungle bolosfor clearing brush, slaughter tools for hunting, choppingsmall pieces of wood for fire, and a perfect weapon tocarry, together with M16s and the other firearms used forwar in the jungle.

Dimensions:

Blade Length: 20Overall Length: 26 1/2

GINUNTING

Hagibis

Pronounced Ha-gee-be-isThe Hagibis knife dates back to the Spanish occupation

but was re-designed by the grandfather of the now GrandMaster (GrandTuhon) of Pekiti Tirsia Kali, Leo T. Gaje. Itwas Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje who made the Hagibis popularback the early 60s. The Hagibis was re-designed by himto make it a more effective killing use only blade! Thisblade was made for only one purpose...to kill. Any othertasks for this knife such as for utility use or for Philippinejungle survival is secondary.This knife can still perform today because it is hand forgedto perfection and developed specifically for the modernday warrior. The Hagibis is a knife that has to be held inthe hand to get the full appreciation for it. Guaranteedyou will never feel a knife anywhere as nice as this one!

Dimensions:

Blade Length: 11 4/16Overall Length: 16 3/8


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Notice each Kris has a different look. Some have morewaves than others. We will refer to thKris #1

Kris 1

The Kris has a double edge to double the pain, and do adual job that single edge sword cant do.The Kris is the most common Moro sword found in Sulu& Mindanao. The Kris sword is extensively used by theTausug, Samal and Yakan warriors. The waves of each Krisdenotes a flame or a serpent (depending on who has madeit and for what purpose). The Kris with the most wavewill always be carried by someone with the authorityand believed to give the deepest thrust and could evengo through the enemys body. The waves are simplyvariations that tells a stranger where they came fromwhat region, or land, or their position in the community

The Kris has a rather vague history with folklore givingmany varying accounts where some also believe that it issymbolic of the stingrays tail. Some believe its a designof the mythical serpent or dragon and some believe it hasa distinct religious association. There are so many reasonswhy the blade of a Kris is shaped like a crawling serpentWhatever the reasons are, these type of swords can deliverthe most damage when used with both slash and thrustmovements. Hacking works well with this sword due to itsunique design. The unique design of the Kris distributesthe weight perfectly for hacking anything it hits in halfThere are many versions of the Kris and each version hasnames that are not far from its original name, like Kalis,Keris, etc.

Dimensions:Blade Length: 20Overall Length: 25 5/8

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KRIS 4


KRIS 3

Dimensions:Blade Length: 19 1/2Overall Length: 25


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Maguindanao means people of the flooded plains.Maguindanao is in central Mindanao. It is bounded on thenorth by Lanao Del Sur, on the east by North Cotabato, on thewest by the Moro Gulf, and on the south by Sultan KudaratThe Spaniards launched expeditions to subdue the areathroughout the colonial era but they never gained control othe middle of the 19th century due to the Rebellion of thepeople in this area and the skillful use of the MaguindanaoKris . The unique design of the Kris distributes the weigh

perfectly for hacking anything it hits in half! There aremany versions of the Kris and each version has names thatare not far from its original name, like Kalis, Keris, etc. Soon, we will have the complete collection of Kris inits different forms, from the lesser waves to the mostwaves. and would even carry the straight Kris, known asthe execution Kris, used only for the purpose of publicexecution of criminals.


The wavy Kris also symbolizes the waves of the oceanwaters, the straight Kris is an indication of a calm andsteady sea. This is where the straight Kris becomes moredeadly. A calm warrior normally waits for his opponentto make a mistake before they go for a kill. Try holdingthis blade and you will understand immediately why inthe Philippines, the straight Kris is considered to be a verydeadly sword!

The straight Kris, is also sometimes thought of as theexecution Kris, used for the purpose of public executionof criminals!

Dimensions:Blade Length: 20 3/4Overall Length: 26 1/2

Straight Kris

MaguindanaoStyle Kris


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A traditional double edge sword to double the pain, anddo a dual job that single edge sword cant do. Kalis swordsare believed to have originated in the 13th century on theisland of Java in the Indonesian archipelago, and migratedto the Philippines, Malaysia, and various other SoutheastAsian countries. The Kalis sword is very distinct inappearance with various shapes and sizes. This particularblade is mostly straight from the tip down and wavy nearthe handle. Typically, Filipino Kalis swords are larger andheavier than their Indonesian equivalent. When used incombat the Kalis sword is primarily a slashing weaponbut has dynamic thrusting power. The Kalis sword is an

important part of Filipino culture, history, and steeped intradition.


KALIS

The Pinute is a straight blade that used to be carriedby natives of the Vishayan island whenever they travethrough the jungles in search of food. Children of farmerswere seen carrying these blades when they are asked toharvest fruits from their backyards or whenever they chopon bamboos for setting up fences for their properties orsimply building their huts. Just like many tools of farmingand hunting, the Pinute can be a very deadly sword!


PINUTE


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SANSIBAR

The Sansibar Sword, sometimes mistakenly known as theZanzibar Sword. The Zanzibar sword, which is an Africansword, mainly from around the Saudi Arabian/Africanborder line area. If there is a historical connection betweenthe Filipino version of the Sansibar and the Zanzibar, it ispresently unknown!

The Sansibar was officially born in Leyte in 1881 beforeSpain sold the Philippines to America through a treatyMainly the sansibar was and still is used by the river menwho cut bamboos and use it as floaters for their bangkaor boats for local traveling. These same boatmen also trave

the seas to cross to the other islands in the Philippines.That is the reason why the Sansibar design reachedother islands within the Philippines. You will see variouspopular designs of the Sansibar sword...approximately 5different designs in the various islands where the Sansibarhad found a home.

The name Sansibar was first called pang sibak, whichpang means for and sibak means chop in Filipinoterm. So pang sibak means for chopping, later theterm evolved into pang sibar which means the samein Tagalog. Other explanations are san sibak, meaningone (san or isan or isang) and chop (sibak) so to putthem two words together san-sibak means one chop!Then much later on the name sansibar was adopted even

though every Filipino dialect differs in almost every islandThe hearing and the pronunciation of the word Sansibarchanged until the occupation of America began...and thenthe word Sansibar was used as the standard name for thisparticular sword design.

This history is one strong theory supported by strongbeliefs of the Filipino people. Any other history of thissword is not well known because a more popular swordslike the Katipunan and Pinute were used by thekatipuneros. Those swords are widely used in everydaytasks as tools of survival, and the Sansibar whose imageshape and style was temporality put aside. But then againthe Sansibar was also used by many of the katipuneros forall out combat purposes due to its perfectly engineeredbalance.

This blade feels just perfect when slashing or thrustingwith it. It is one of those blades that has to be held to bebelieved to see for yourself!



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Sansibar 2

Dimensions:Blade Length: 21.19Overall Lengt: 28.5

Sansibar 3

Dimensions:Blade Length: 21.19

Overall Lengt: 28.5


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The Garab is sometimes seen as another version of Talibonor Talibong with some very subtle differences. This doesnot mean that everyone in the southern Philippinesbelieves the same as others elsewhere in the PhilippinesMany martial arts practitioners of the Philippines wouldrather be traditional and still call the Garab sword byits name. The handles and the modifications were doneto achieve its unique look which simply states that thissword has its own identity. Many rich men and landlordscarry a Garab while riding in their horses around theirbig land. It is not only a weapon, it is also a utility that isattractive to rich land owners.

Dimensions:Blade Length: 18.5Overall Length: 24

Garab Sword

Espada Y Daga (Sword & Knife) is a system or a techniquethat was developed and perfected in the Philippines. Theinspiration for its development was the European fencingmostly Spanish; you can tell by the name Espada Y DagaThe Spanish brought many things to the Philippines, buafter the Philippine independence, the Spanish didnt leavemany things behind. One of the few long lasting culturaand martial influences the Spanish conquistadors left withthe Filipinos was the sword and dagger fighting stylewhich was very popular as the Spanish Escrima fightingsystem. The Filipinos found a way to make the offensivemoves complicated for the Spaniards so they could nocounter it. Espada Y Daga is the use of both long swordfor long range to middle range attack, and the dagger forthe middle range to close quarter range attack. Both theEspada and the Daga are employed at the same time withweaving like movements are very deceiving and quick to

finish the job!

Dimensions:Blade Length:20 10 1/2

Overall Length:26 14 1/4

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The Sanduko is a top heavy blade that was brought inthe Philippines by the early settlers from Indonesia. Usedmainly for farming, trimming tree branches, and dressinganimals for feast, the small dagger that goes with it serves asthe cutter for things that the long blade cannot accomplisheasily such as peeling fruits, sharpening stick tips, andcutting the meat into small pieces. Until revolution wascalled upon the Filipinos, these combinations of farmingtools became very deadly weapons for resistance.

Dimensions:Blade Length:

19 1/2 6 7/8Overall Length:27 12

SANDUKO & DAGger

The only sword that ever existed in the Philippines thatdoes not have a pointy tip. The War Golok is most simple

tool that has ever been used by the Igorot tribes of thenorth. The tribes consider this as their multi-tool, for ican be used to chop wood for fire, carve wood and createdecorations, for butchering meat, peeling and slicingfruits, and many more uses. The tribal wars that existedbetween tribes found another use for the War Golok so ievolved to become their personal weapon.


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North Golok: This sword of the Regions of CordilleraMountains was not ever used as a toolit has one useonlyits main use is to chop heads and other limbs onthe body off. You can feel the potential and the choppingpower just by holding this blade in your hands! Choppingoff heads is done when someone is to be executed due toa heavy crime, or when there is a tribal war due to landdisputes or family feuds. It is still used this exact way tothis day.

Dimensions:

Blade Length: 19 1/4Overall Length: 25

Golok

The Tagalog region in the Philippines has used thisbladed tool only for cracking coconuts and for harvesting

root crops. Eventually it evolved to become one of thedeadly weapons of the Tagalog people. The Itak Tagalogwas used by young boys who joined their father in therevolution and it was also used by the young women andtheir mothers in defending the town while the men are inthe battlefields.


ITAK TAGALOG


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The Panabas is a chopping weapon favored by the Morotribes of Mindanao, which soon gained its place as a

weapon of war similar to the western battle axe and withjust as deadly results! This interesting 19th century Morosword is an unusual and very hard to find weapon thesedays. The Panabas is not only used for weapon but It isalso believed that the Panabas has traditionally been usedas an agricultural tool as well. The Panabas can range insize from 2 to 4 feet; this particular one is 34 inches longThis single-edged sword, which takes on the appearancelooking like a long handled Kukri, can deliver a dreadfullydeep meat cleaver like cut. Due to its clean cuttingcapabilities it was also sometimes used as an executionweapon. It is said that the warriors wielding the Panabawould follow the main group of warriors up front andwould immediately without discussion or attention toformalities, go in mopping up any survivors of the first

wave of attack. It can be used by holding it with one handor two hands. Either way, in combat this particular swordcan cut anything it comes in contact with right in half!

The Panabas hilts were often wrapped in rattan bindingsor had metal collars. The one in the picture below isdecorated in both wrappings so it is one solid sword.


PANABAS

Please note: this sword is of a much larger dimensionthan most of the other filipino swords.

Although not very popular, this Moro weapon ischaracterized by a wide tip and has a very nasty historyof death behind it. It is feared by many due to the factthat this Filipino sword is used to chop the heads off theenemy. A Philippine native tribe called the Yakan of theMoro land are the ones who popularized this very goodlooking sword. Only this Pira Cotabato was more popularthan the original Pira because it has become a workingblade from the farms to the seaside, right to the market(for chopping meat and large fishes such as tuna, whalemeat, etc.


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According to Filipino history, the Kampilan is believedto be the main sword that struck down the famousexplorer Ferdinand Magellan by the legendary Chief Lapulapu. Originally dual pointed with a carved hilt, theseswords of the Moros of Sulu and Mindanao are carried bywarriors who are in the first line of defense; and actuallyare considered a national weapon of the Moros of Sulu &Mindanao. History shows a single swinging motion (likea baseball bat swing), can chop two heads (in which theseswords are made for) at a time. So far, it is believed to bethe longest sword of the Filipino warriors. The Kampilanis a heavy double pointed sword with a rich history in the

Philippines. As maintained by tradition, the Kampilan isabout 40 to 44 with a carved hilt with a single edgeKampilans were widely used as head-hunting swordson enemies in the southern Philippines. The handle isshaped like a jaw of reptile lizards and alligator makesthis sword unique in appearance. In the past, strands ohair is attached to the butt-end of the handle for a moreappealing and intimidating look.


KAMPILAN

Please note: this sword is of a much larger

dimension than most of the other filipino swords.

KAMPILAN BOLO

Not many Filipinos can handle the large sword calledKampilan, but it does not mean that the Kampilan bolowas created just for people who cannot handle a biggerbolo. The Kampilan bolo is used by men who serve theiDatus. The Datus are the high ranking and rich man of atribe in the Philippines.



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The Barong (sometimes spelled Borung) is a leaf shapedbolos that was popularized by the Muslims, especially theTausug tribes of the Southern Philippines. Which later onreached the Mangyan Tribes of Mindoro and Tagalogs othe Eastern Luzon Provinces. When this sword crossed theisland from Mindanao to the Visayas, it was modified togive it a more effective use, a hilt was added at the spineand the handle was modified because of the small handsof the native workers. The unique leaf-shaped blade makesthe Barong distinguishable from other Filipino weaponryThough weird looking to most people, these Barong Boloshave the most comfortable grip when used as a utility

tool, and is one of the easiest to maneuver when used asa weapon. Its so funny how such a humorous design canbe such a brutal weapon. This blade is a powerful additionto the Filipino practitioners collection.


VISAYAN BARONG

Favored sword by those who lived near the seas in theprovince of Batangas, all the way to the island of MindoroThe Dahong Palay is a dreaded poisonous snake thatresembles the leaf of a rice plant. The deadly sword alsonamed after its shape as the leaf of a rice stalk, is a tooused by farmers who works in the rice fields. Howeverduring the revolution, some Batanguenos depended onthis sword as their primary weapon due the amazingslashing and thrusting feel it has.

Dimensions:Blade Length: 21 1/4

Overall Length: 27 3/4

DAHONG PALAY


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The brotherhood KKK, pioneered by the KKK (Kataastaasanat Kagalang-galangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayanor Katipunan for short) They armed themselves with onlybolos to fought the Spanish conquerors, used this populardesign because apparently, this sword can deliver a deadlychop due to its heavy belly. This design was used bymost members of the Katipunan called Katipuneros. Alsoused as a farm tool that has been converted as a weaponthis sword gained respect among the Filipino people andthe enemies as well.

Dimensions:

Blade Length: 19 1/2Overall Length: 25

KATIPUNAN

The Bicuco was known in the province of TarlacPangasinan, and some towns of la union. Purely a workingtool, this sword is considered by the Filipino people as along knife that can be used for slaughtering animals andpreparing the meat for a feast. But the nasty design of thislong knife can actually cut a body in half very easily. Onceyou have it in your hands you will see for your self!


BICUCO


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This particular battle axe is used by the Igorots can beand is still used for carving wood to make things such asfurniture, statues, weapons such as spears and shields, notto mention building houses and other things like coffinsDue to needs for meat, they used it as a hunting tool, forkilling prey and chopping meat as well. This style axe isVERY sharp, in conjunction with it being perfectly designedfor cutting meat. Which is one of the reason why it makessuch a formidable weapon to deal with in the hands of anindividual who knows how to use it properly!

During tribal wars, the Igorot Head Hunting Axe was once

used as a standard battle weapon for killing their enemiesThe Igorot Head Hunting Axe comes in many differendesigns. Each one is a beautiful work of art and at thesame time it is a very deadly weapon. This is due to thefact that the Igorots in reality are very good crafts manand artists. Their weapons are works of art as well as afunctional tool.

The Igorot Head Hunting Axe is still used, though onlya few people today rely on it as much in comparison tomaybe only 20 years ago. This is because of the modernmachines that were introduced to the mountain men tomake their hard work that much easier. The Igorot HeadHunting Axe can be seen today in Northern Philippinesduring festivals and various tribal celebrations when men

wear their ancestors native garments to celebrate theevent.

Dimensions:Head Length: 12.25Overall Length: 19.5

Igorot Headhunting Axe

Dimensions:Head Length: 9.19Overall Length: 19

Igorot Headhunting Axe


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The Karambit (sometimes spelled Korambit) is an alpurpose/utility knife that was carried by the Indonesians

since the 11th century, and can still be seen in someprovinces throughout their islands. Although this typeof knife was introduced in the art of Indonesian PencakSilat, only a few people knows that its roots can alsobe traced in the Martial Arts of Malaysian Bursilat, andFilipino Kali. It was not meant to be used for combat since Karambiis first and foremost, a tool. It evolved only because of thenecessity of the people of these three Asian Countries toprotect themselves from foreign invaders.


KARAMBIT

PUNYAL

The Punyal, a shorter fighting and/or utility bladedweapon of the Maranao tribes, is commonly referred to asthe Kris Knife outside of the Philippines. The Punyal is athrusting blade that is sometimes used in conjunction withthe Kris Sword. If you notice, The Punyal has no fingerguard. Instead the tang extends back from the spine of theblade so that the blade hangs below the handle, protectingthe fingers from an opponents blade. That also protectsthe fingers from running up onto the edge during thrustsThis particular design has a flat area for more comfort inhandling which is the design of the blade maker for thePunyal we have here. Different versions of Punyal designs

will be seen various tribal knife makers. It is considered animportant side arm and is used in close quarter fighting.



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Pakal is a philipino word for Ice Pick Grip.

Therefore, these knives are better performers when usedin an ice pick grip manner. It is not in the history of thePhilipines, but the Pakal knives are exclusive designs by afamily tribe in Luzon, Philipines.

Pakal knives are strong even if you pound it repeatedly ontoanimal bones. This makes it a great hunting partner anda very dangerous self defense weapon. The Pakal kniveshave 3 different designs that have only been marketed inthe Philipines prior to now. PSDTC in Waterbury CT, is the

first and only other area to introduce it world wide.

Blade 1 Dimensions:Blade Length: 3 1/2Overall Length: 8 1/2

Blade 2 Dimensions:Blade Length: 5Overall Length: 9 3/4

Blade 3 Dimensions:Blade Length: 3 3/4Overall Length:9

PAKAL KNIVES

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Balisong knife, is mistakenly called the butterfly knifeoutside of the Philippines. History on the Balisong knifeseems to be vague though there are many myths andlegends for this knife. The Balisong knife is very popularand named after a town in Batangas called Barrio Balisongin the Philippines. This knife is like the Swiss knife othe Filipinos, who use it for almost anything. From peelingto chopping food, eating, fixing loose screws, cuttingcardboard boxes, and many other things that you can thinkof, including its use for combat of course. The only knifethat can be opened and closed with grace and style, but hasa bad reputation as a dangerous weapon. And with good

reason; in the right hands of a knowledgeable Balisongplayer, this blade can be very deceivingly deadly.


BALISONG KNIFE

Garab Knife

The Garab knife is the little brother to the Garab sword.This is an excellent combat blade as well as a good utilityblade. In other words, what the long sword like the Garabsword could not do in a task, the short Garab can takecare of it. Tasks like cutting leather, ropes, Stripping sugarcane, etc., the Grab knife is perfectly designed for all typesof uses! The handles and the modifications were doneto achieve its unique look which simply states that thissword has its own identity. Even though it is a commonbladed weapon, many rich men and landlords carry aGarab knife with their Garab sword while riding in theirhorses around their many hectors (2.2 acres) of land.



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The Flat sticks: the flat sticks are made out of rare Philippinewood called Gijo (gi-ho). Gijo is one of the most favorite

woods used by the boatmen who make their fishing andtraveling boats. The shiny appearance of the wood is notcoated with wax, but rather it is a part of the woods naturacharacteristics. It has natural occurring wax that couldrepel water thats why it is chosen by most wood carverwho live near the sea. Wooden furniture such as chairstables, etc., made of other types of wood that are exposedto elements such as the sun, the rain and the salty air wilcrack in time but the Gijo does not. Gijo wood, even todayis sometimes found buried in the ground or in the oceanand brought up and used for making boats and furnitureThere is no other wood like this as you can see!

As for its strength, Gijo out matches the strength of bothKamagong and Molave. Plus, Kamagong can crack upon

impact and Molave does not have the waxy finish, thoughMolave wood is still make for a very good weapon. Theseare the advantages of Gijo over the other the other ironwoods in the Philippines.

One more point here; you will not be able to get Gijo woodanywhere else. One must be very well connected in thePhilippines just to get it shipped out of the country. This isa VERY rare wood to find indeed!

Dimensions:Overall Length: 26

GIJO IRON WOODHEXAGON FLAT STICKS

There are many different designs of the Gunong. TheGunong is usually A Southern Philippine Maranao orMoro weapon. There are a few different designs of theGunong; some straight like this one, some that are straighthave a double edge. Some have the waves of a Kris bladeThe Straight Gunong is also a side arm like the PunyalThe Gunong is worn by tucking it in the sash, althoughthe one wearing it does not suggest a fight or asking fora fight, a man wears it because of its multi purpose useOften (and until this day), men who have a Gunong tendto show it off and compare it with their friends Gunongjust to appreciate its art and beauty.


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28 Inches

7 Inches

This Filipino Iron Wood Flat Stick is like no other. It isstrictly a weapon used for killing and seriously maimingthe enemy. This primitive looking Iron Wood Stick hasa piece of metal sandwiched between two pieces ofGijo wood. But it does not end right there...the metal inbetween the Gijo wood has teeth like a saw blade cut intoit. This is so when you strike with it, it does not only breakwhat it hits but it rips the skin and takes parts of the bonewith it as well. The butt end of this Iron Wood stick has acentipede look to it which just adds to the danger to thereceiving side of this weapon of total destruction.

Dimensions:Width: 1.5Overall Length: 36

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The Susuwat is another light, quick, and devastatingtraditional Filipino Moro weapon, recently added to ourcombat blade arsenal. Almost nineteen inches of deadlysteel with beautifully carved exotic hardwood handle inan ornate scabbard with locking spring lock retainer. Ournew, lighter, harder steel is used in this weapon, making irazor sharp and amazingly quick!

Blade Length:18.50Overall Length: 25

The Utak is another light, quick, and devastating traditionaFilipino Moro weapon, recently added to our combat blade

arsenal. Nineteen inches of deadly steel with beautifullycarved exotic hardwood handle in an ornate scabbardwith locking spring lock retainer. Our new, lighter, hardersteel is used in this weapon, making it razor sharp andamazingly quick!

Blade Length:19Overall Length: 25

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The Balasiong is another light, quick, and devastatingtraditional Filipino Moro weapon, recently added to ourcombat blade arsenal. Seventeen inches of deadly steewith beautifully carved exotic hardwood handle of a fluteddesign in an ornate scabbard. Our new, lighter, hardersteel is used in this weapon, making it razor sharp andamazingly quick!

Blade Length:17.50Overall Length: 23.75

The Banyal is another light, quick, and devastatingtraditional Filipino Moro weapon, recently added to ourcombat blade arsenal. Eighteen inches of deadly steel withbeautifully carved exotic hardwood handle in an ornatescabbard with locking spring lock retainer. Our newlighter, harder steel is used in this weapon, making it razorsharp and amazingly quick!


The Laring is another light, quick, and devastatingtraditional Filipino Moro weapon, recently added to ourcombat blade arsenal. Nineteen inches of deadly steewith beautifully carved exotic hardwood handle in anornate scabbard with locking spring lock retainer. Our

new, lighter, harder steel is used in this weapon, makingit razor sharp and amazingly quick! Notice the uniquescabbard of the Laring which allows for straight up drawsby pushing aside the spring loaded retainer.

Blade Length:19Overall Length: 26

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A devastating new addition to our Sandata arsenal, theBangkon is a quick, light blade that is amazingly sharp!Known in the Philippines as the pregnant blade forobvious reasons, its weight-forward design makes it hitfar harder than you might assume for its size and weightA different handle treatment is used on this weaponwith cord wound tightly over wing-walk rough non-slip material. Finishing off this awesome Bangkon is adecorative hardwood scabbard with spring steel retentionclip which snaps over the brass guard to securely hold theblade in place. A quick pull on the weapon handle and theretention clip releases the Bangkon from its scabbard.


Bangkon

A devastating new addition to our Sandata arsenal, theLahot is one of several new releases from TFW of the origina

Weapons of Moroland traditional blades. Extremelylight, fast, and sharp, this one is very maneuverable, witha deadly point! As with several of our newer models, theLahot comes with a special spring clip scabbard retentionsystem that keeps the weapon protected until needed, thena quick pull on the handle and it is ready for action! Thisblade is topped off with a beautiful hardwood sculptedcarved handle which is rattan skin wrapped and finishedwith a brass pommel pin.


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These BIG Knives are northern Philippine ceremoniablades. Used in the mountains of the northern region tocapture and kill criminals - by decapitation! These veryunusual blades must be seen to be believed! The northernblades are not as popular as the Visayan region or Moroblades, but you will not be disappointed by these beautifuand truly unique weapons - they stand apart from alothers!

Ceremonial Knife #1 - 18 Overall, Blade 11, Blade

stock 1/4

Maximum blade width 1.25


stock 1/4Maximum blade width 1.125


stock 1/4Maximum blade width - 1

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