Original Philippines Late 19th Century Filipino Bontoc Igorot Headhunting Axe Category_Receiver Top Cover it is also stamped with

it is also stamped with a broad arrow by the war department

and would be read: SHOWA (current reigning emperor) Juu-Hachi Nen (18th year of reign - 1943)

The barrels also look to be of different manufacture methods

What is included however is something we haven't seen before

The regiment was originally formed in 1689 by Brigadier James Wynne as James Wynne's Regiment of Dragoons

Original Philippines Late 19th Century Filipino Bontoc Igorot Headhunting Axe Category_Receiver Top Cover it is also stamped withOriginal Items: Only One Available. This is a lovely axe that was a multipurpose tool as well as weapon. This example was most likely acquired by a serviceman in the Philippines and brought home after WWII like so many were. The Igorot head ax is a weapon that is unique to the Philippine archipelago and was produced in many different shapes. The ax head is distinguished by its wide curved edge, pointed ends and a stub protruding from the handle nearly