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Type | Sword |
Place of origin | Philippines |
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Length | 24 to 28 in (61 to 71 cm) |
Blade type | Single-edged |
The batangas or batangas malapad, is a sword originating from the Tagalog people of the Philippines. It is a type of bolo that widens near the tip. It is around 24 to 28 in (61 to 71 cm) long with a hooked hilt grip.[1][2]
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