Paiwan tribe hunting knife

Shorter than traditional swords, hunting knives were often carried by hunters with spears or rifles. The blade is forged directly with the handle to make it a one-piece knife to increase its strength. The handle is covered with rattan worked in the traditional way.

Reference

PA109

Dimensions

Length : 44 cms

Width : 5,5 cms

Scabbard : 32 cms

Period

Circa 1950

Source

Old Taiwan Collection

Material

Iron , Wood, rattan, Red pigments

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