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16th April 2022, 05:41 AM | #1 |
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This is not my area of knowledge, but simply on general principles, how truly old is the blade of this « old warrior”?
I cannot see any edge nicks, signs of resharpening, scars or any expected consequences of actual use. I am not trying to cast doubt on the veracity of the seller, just interested in learnlng something new for me. Could it be a decorative/ceremonial/tourist version? |
16th April 2022, 12:02 PM | #2 | |
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talibong aklan
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1) 'how truly old is the blade of this old warrior'?- Before this talibong was purchased, a provenance was requested. From the first owner to the latest one (who eventually sold this piece). This piece was handed down for generations. And it's more than 100 years old; 2) this piece, in my opinion, is a heirloom piece. If you've read my original post, you would note that this piece (which is the female version), together with a male version(sapot) is offered as a dowry/gift to the parents of the bride before marriage. Never been used in battle (so there are no nicks, re-sharpening, scars). So, a ceremonial piece (not a tourist version nor for decorative purposes). Regards Yves |
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16th April 2022, 08:13 PM | #3 |
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Got it.
So it is an old ceremonial sword and not an “old warrior”. Now I understand. Thanks for the information. |
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