Batangas (Sword)

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Batangas
TypeSword
Place of originPhilippines
Specifications
Length24 to 28 in (61 to 71 cm)

Blade typeSingle-edged

The batangas or batangas malapad, is a sword originating from the Tagalog people of the Philippines . It is a type of bolo that widens near the tip. It is around 24 to 28 in (61 to 71 cm) long with a hooked hilt grip.[1][2]

See also

  • Pirah
  • Weapons of Moroland

References

  1. "Batangas Malapad". https://www.bladecultureusa.com/?product=batangas-malapad. 
  2. Lawrence, Marc (2009). "Filipino Weapons from A to Z". Filipino Martial Arts Digest (Stephen K. Dowd). https://www.southbayfmaclub.com/Articles/pdf/Special-Edition_Philippine-Weaponry.pdf. Retrieved 2019-07-18. 




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