Original Philippines Late 19th Century Filipino Bontoc Igorot Headhunting-Axe Lot - 2 Items Japanese Edged Weapons The cylinder was either turned

The cylinder was either turned down from a percussion cylinder and bored out

There were a lot of smiths working at Seki

This Type 89 Rokuoh-Sha was made by Konishoruko Manufacturer Company

Below are Diary Notes by Clair Hess and an essay about 2nd Bn 501st PIR at Bizory by Mark Stephenson

and a vertical slash patch pocket to the left breast

Original Philippines Late 19th Century Filipino Bontoc Igorot Headhunting-Axe Lot - 2 Items Japanese Edged Weapons The cylinder was either turnedOriginal Items: Only One Lot of 2 Available. This is a fantastic pair of axes that were a multipurpose tool as well as weapon. These examples were most likely acquired by servicemen in the Philippines and brought home after WWII like so many were. The Igorot head ax is a weapon that is unique to the Philippine archipelago and was produced in many different shapes. The ax head is distinguished by its wide curved edge, pointed ends and a stub protruding