Bolo | Knife

The is a traditional Filipino bladed tool and weapon primarily known for its distinctive forward-weighted blade. While it resembles a Latin-style machete , it is typically shorter—averaging 12 to 16 inches —and thicker, with a blade that widens significantly toward the tip. Key Characteristics

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

A scythe-like bolo specifically for cutting tall grass. The is a traditional Filipino bladed tool and

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

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

The is a traditional Filipino bladed tool and weapon primarily known for its distinctive forward-weighted blade. While it resembles a Latin-style machete , it is typically shorter—averaging 12 to 16 inches —and thicker, with a blade that widens significantly toward the tip. Key Characteristics

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

A scythe-like bolo specifically for cutting tall grass.

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

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