The Evolution of the Mak??

CharlesS · 14th July 2013, 12:04 AM

Here is another form of the unusual mak.

This one is 39in. overall, with a very crudely made, but heavy, blade of 11in.

The unique feature here is the hooked tip. This leads me to believe it is likely a 20th century agricultural tool, but could just as easily be weapon, with the hook perhaps making it even more efficient.

Handling these and imagining their combat role takes some getting used to.

Flavio · 14th July 2013, 12:53 AM

It's astonishing how these weapons resembles the Moro panabas, or at least some exemples, maybe, as Charles said, because they evolved from the same type of agricoltural instruments....

Very interesting and very nice pieces!

trenchwarfare · 14th July 2013, 06:06 AM

As stated, with practice, the MAK could be a formidable weapon. It is awkward in appearance, but it's design, allows it to "roll", in the hands very smoothly. This would afford an experienced user, to dazzle an opponent long enough, for the killing blow. It also uses a forward stroke (As with a Kukri), and the shock absorbing properties of an inverted handle. You have to handle one, to appreciate it's potential. I love mine!

14th July 2013, 12:04 AM	#1
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,854	Here is another form of the unusual mak. This one is 39in. overall, with a very crudely made, but heavy, blade of 11in. The unique feature here is the hooked tip. This leads me to believe it is likely a 20th century agricultural tool, but could just as easily be weapon, with the hook perhaps making it even more efficient. Handling these and imagining their combat role takes some getting used to. Attached Images

14th July 2013, 12:53 AM	#2
Flavio Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Italia Posts: 1,243	It's astonishing how these weapons resembles the Moro panabas, or at least some exemples, maybe, as Charles said, because they evolved from the same type of agricoltural instruments.... Very interesting and very nice pieces!

14th July 2013, 06:06 AM	#3
trenchwarfare Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 385	As stated, with practice, the MAK could be a formidable weapon. It is awkward in appearance, but it's design, allows it to "roll", in the hands very smoothly. This would afford an experienced user, to dazzle an opponent long enough, for the killing blow. It also uses a forward stroke (As with a Kukri), and the shock absorbing properties of an inverted handle. You have to handle one, to appreciate it's potential. I love mine!