Bolo
Filipino
Ilocos Region, Northern Luzon, Philippines
Mid- 20th century (ca. 1945)
Steel, Brass, Horn, Wood, Leather
Blade: 7 1/4" (18.4cm)
Hilt & Blade: 12 7/8" (32.7cm)
Hilt, Blade, Sheath: 13" (33cm)
Collection Date: 2026
Collection Number: 545

Ex. American Art Market (2026)

An Ilocano bolo knife of the Northern Luzon region dating to around the World War II period. The single- edged steel blade widens to the center apex before tapering downward into a long clip- point. A ricasso is present at the base with a thickened spine. Brass S- shaped cross guard with notched edges that is connected to a rounded brass ferrule.

Carabao water buffalo horn carved hilt, fastened by a series of brass pins. The gilt terminates into an open tiered flaring pommel with a central finial, possibly a flanged representative crown or a flowering petal. The top of the hilt has the English letter "M" carved within. Minor chops to the pommel. Paired with a red leather sheath with top belt loop. A very good Ilocano knife from the World War II period, often sold to U.S G.I.s stationed in the region.