The sanduko owned by Roger Loma is a traditional bolo with a single-edged, curved blade with a wooden mahogany hilt. The hilt features a distinctive carved crocodile design with intricate scale patterns and sharp teeth, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic expression of its maker. The sanduko plays a significant role in the Loma family’s community, used for both practical purposes like cutting vegetation and in cultural rituals such as “awag.” It represents the history of blacksmithing in the area, with local craftsmen often drawing inspiration from their environment, such as animals like crocodiles, for the handle’s design. It is currently displayed at the Panuran School of Living Traditions for tourists and is kept safely at Mr. Loma’s home when not in use.
Photo Credit/s:
Kristine Nicole G. Maprangala, 2024
Mappers:
Kristine Nicole G. Maprangala,Francis Ann Yap
Tags:
artistic expression, awag, blacksmithing history, carved, craftsmanship, crocodile design, crocodile hilt, cultural rituals, curved blade, cutting vegetation, display, intricate scale patterns, local craftsmanship, over 100 years old, Panuran School of Living Traditions, practical purposes, preservation, Roger Loma, Sanduko, sharp teeth, single-edged, tourism, traditional bolo, wooden mahogany hilt
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