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Originally Posted by Robert
Thank you for the good news on the age of this piece Detlef. I am always worried when I purchase something that I am not at all familial with that it will turn out to be something that was made for "those who travel". I have been looking for one of these and a Moro taming (actually any shield of Philippine origin) for quite a while and was starting to think that I would never find one that I could actually afford without having to win the lottery first.
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Hello Robert,
I am far away to be an expert in this field but the pictures show a good patina to the wood, please show some close ups special from the handle.
Like said, very nice Bontoc shield!
Regards,
Detlef