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A Visayan combat blade popular during revolutionary periods.

Behind the Blade: The Lethal History of the Filipino Bolo Knife

Traditional bolos are hand-forged, often using high-carbon spring steel repurposed from vehicle leaf springs .

A slender, tapered blade from the Visayas used for self-defense and Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) .

A broad Tagalog variant used for daily agricultural tasks and slicing.

Handles are typically crafted from native hardwoods (like Narra or Rosewood) or carabao horn. Wooden scabbards are the regional standard to prevent corrosion in humid tropical environments. Common Variations

A scythe-like bolo specifically for cutting tall grass.

Bolo Knife Info

A Visayan combat blade popular during revolutionary periods.

Behind the Blade: The Lethal History of the Filipino Bolo Knife bolo knife

Traditional bolos are hand-forged, often using high-carbon spring steel repurposed from vehicle leaf springs . A Visayan combat blade popular during revolutionary periods

A slender, tapered blade from the Visayas used for self-defense and Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) . bolo knife

A broad Tagalog variant used for daily agricultural tasks and slicing.

Handles are typically crafted from native hardwoods (like Narra or Rosewood) or carabao horn. Wooden scabbards are the regional standard to prevent corrosion in humid tropical environments. Common Variations

A scythe-like bolo specifically for cutting tall grass.