filipino martial arts gear Filipino EDC Knife - Bohol Blades

filipino martial arts gear Filipino EDC Knife - Bohol BladesWhen most Americans think of an Every Day Carry knife, they picture a folding knife with a 3 inch blade that fits comfortably in their pocket. But when you ask native Filipinos about Every Day Carry, they need a sturdy fixed blade tool that can chop through thick jungle vegetation. Enter the Filipino EDC Knife from Bohol Blades: a solid blade that can slice or chop any plant, animal, or criminal that gets in your way. During Team KIL's recent weapons

When most Americans think of an Every Day Carry knife, they picture a folding knife with a 3-inch blade that fits comfortably in their pocket.  But when you ask native Filipinos about Every Day Carry, they need a sturdy fixed-blade tool that can chop through thick jungle vegetation.  Enter the Filipino EDC Knife from Bohol Blades: a solid blade that can slice or chop any plant, animal, or criminal that gets in your way.  

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During Team KIL's recent weapons expedition in the Philippines, we traveled back to Bohol Blades, the world renown bladesmiths in the town of Sikatuna on the island of Bohol.  We got to hang out with Cid Cempron again, learning more about their traditional weapons as we helped grind blades in his jungle forge.  

Bohol Blades makes an impressive variety of native Filipino knives and swords.  The wide range of blade shapes are forged from primary leaf spring steel.  The handles, made from carabao horns, are ergonomically designed for a steadfast grip.  All the blades are sheathed in scabbards made from locally sourced balayong hardwood.  These knives were made to be used, and made to be used for a long long time.  

Each Bohol Blade is individually forged by artisan bladesmiths, using local materials.  Therefore, there will be slight differences between blades of the same style.  Scroll over each photo to see closer details.  Choose the blade you want from the drop-down menu.  

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These blades are individually forged by local Filipino bladesmiths.  They have a long and storied tradition of using salvaged materials and antiquated machines to create working agricultural blades that can also be used as weapons.  There may be slight imperfections in these blades that reflect this rustic jungle culture.  According to the craftsmen, these are not considered flaws because each blade is still capable of performing its intended function.

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Filipino EDC Knife A

Weight: 14oz

Weight w/scabbard: 1lb2oz

Blade Length: 11-1/2"

Total Length: 17"

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Filipino EDC Knife B

Weight: 14oz

Weight w/scabbard: 1lb2oz

Blade Length: 11-1/2"

Total Length: 17"

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Filipino EDC Knife C

Weight: 14oz

Weight w/scabbard: 1lb2oz

Blade Length: 11-1/2"

Total Length: 17"

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