Lahot Explained

Lahot
Origin:Philippines
Type:Sword
Is Bladed:Yes
Used By:Moro people
Length:24to
Blade Type:Single edge
Hilt Type:wood
Sheath Type:wood

Lahot also called Gamong is a traditional Filipino ethnic Moro weapon.[1] [2] It is a long, thin one handed sword designed for slashing and thrusting. The length is about 24to. The design of the hilt is a typical hook to prevent slipping when wet.[3] [4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: SAMURAI KATANA SWORD PHILIPPINES . SAMURAI KATANA SWORD PHILIPPINES . 20 December 2021.
  2. Book: Draeger . Donn F. . Smith . Robert W. . Comprehensive Asian Fighting Arts . 1980 . Kodansha International . 9780870114366 . 186 . 30 September 2019 . en.
  3. Web site: Lawrence . Marc . Filipino Weapons from A-Z . Steven K. Dowrd . 20 December 2021 . 24 August 2014 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140824080342/https://www.southbayfmaclub.com/Articles/pdf/Special-Edition_Philippine-Weaponry.pdf . dead .
  4. Web site: Lawrence . Mark . Filipino Martial Arts Digest . USADojo.com . 20 December 2021.

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