Original Philippines Late 19th Century Filipino Bontoc Igorot Headhunting-Axe Lot - 2 Items Japanese Edged Weapons Top of the barrel still

Top of the barrel still has the correct Series III manufacturer engraving

There were a lot of smiths working at Seki

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

khaki cotton duck cloth that weighed between 7 ½ to 8 ounces per linear yard

The strips were fixed to the belt with small brass rivets

Original Philippines Late 19th Century Filipino Bontoc Igorot Headhunting-Axe Lot - 2 Items Japanese Edged Weapons Top of the barrel stillOriginal 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