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Utak

Utak is a traditional Filipino ethnic Moro weapon in the Sulu Archipelago. It is a sword with a wide tip designed for cutting forward and is a one-handed weapon meant for chopping. The sword is about 24–48 in (61–122 cm) in length with a hooked grip to prevent slipping when wet.

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Utak
TypeSword
Place of originPhilippines
Service history
Used byMoro people
Specifications
Length24–48 in (61–122 cm)
Blade typeSingle edge
Hilt typewood
Scabbard/sheathwood


Utak is a traditional Filipino ethnic Moro weapon in the Sulu Archipelago.1 It is a sword with a wide tip designed for cutting forward and is a one-handed weapon meant for chopping. The sword is about 24–48 in (61–122 cm) in length with a hooked grip to prevent slipping when wet.2

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References

  1. Draeger, Donn F.; Smith, Robert W. (1980). Comprehensive Asian Fighting Arts. Kodansha International. p. 186. ISBN 9780870114366. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
  2. Lawrence, Marc. "Filipino Weapons from A-Z" (PDF). Steven K. Dowrd. Archived from the original (PDF) on 24 August 2014. Retrieved 26 September 2019.