Is Cold Steels Moro Barong Worth The Money?
Is bigger always better? Sometimes it just depends on the situation and how you look at it. For centuries, sword buyers have flocked to Japanese swords such as the Katana and Wakizashi. These swords are famous because of their curved blades and ray skin wrapped handles. A different, but equally impressive style of sword is becoming more popular than ever. The Moro Barong has been used for many years by Filipino warriors. Thanks to Cold Steel you can get your hands on your very own for less than 200 bucks. I was able to get a VERY good price on a Moro Barong recently and here are my observations: Blade Length: 18″. The blade is long enough to be effective, but small enough to use for cutting practice in even the tightest of surroundings. Notes on the blade: It is made from 1055 Carbon steel which is good for sharpness, but will develop rust if you don’t take care of it properly. Keep a light coat of oil on the blade when you are done using it to prevent rust. Cold Steel has used a tradi
