Ifugao Lance head with hole

Nonoy Tan · 22nd October 2008, 11:17 AM

Hi David,

Thank you for your insights! I agree that the claim of the hole having an influence on the effectivity of the spear is probably not valid.

The spear was obtained from the original owner who had it made in the 1970s. He said that the hole was meant for the purpose as claimed, and not to facilitate hanging on the wall.

The claim is probably not valid, but the belief exists (as far as the owner is concerned). Inasmuch as the spear in itself is interesting, I find the belief (valid or not) interesting as well because in a way it helps me understand the people who made the spear/weapon.

I am certain that there are more "myths" out there that involve bladed weapons. This one I think is unique though. I hope to see similar examples in the future.

Nonoy

22nd October 2008, 11:17 AM	#3
Nonoy Tan Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 293	Hi David, Thank you for your insights! I agree that the claim of the hole having an influence on the effectivity of the spear is probably not valid. The spear was obtained from the original owner who had it made in the 1970s. He said that the hole was meant for the purpose as claimed, and not to facilitate hanging on the wall. The claim is probably not valid, but the belief exists (as far as the owner is concerned). Inasmuch as the spear in itself is interesting, I find the belief (valid or not) interesting as well because in a way it helps me understand the people who made the spear/weapon. I am certain that there are more "myths" out there that involve bladed weapons. This one I think is unique though. I hope to see similar examples in the future. Nonoy