FHM "Pandayan" Balisong

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Here's an interesting little balisong.
An FHM (Filipino Hand Made) labeled "Pandayan" on the latch.
I believe this is NOT a Custom made Armand Palacio bali from his Pandayan line, like the ones with heavy stainless channel construction handles.
This may just be a shorter stubby thick bladed FHM with "Pandayan" on it to show the style from the region???
If you have any further info, feel free to add.
I am NOT selling this as an Armand Palacio as obviously seen by the price.
Here is a link to a BF discussion we had on this:
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/988781-Info-on-Mini-Pandayan?highlight=pandayan

Regardless, It shares AP's thick blade style, but is smaller than his last full size offerings.
It is however, larger than his "mini pands".
It differs considerably from his custom balis, since this has traditional FHM style handles.
It is 7 3/4" overall with a 3 1/2" blade that has a 2 1/2" edge.
With handles closed, it's a hair over 4 1/4".

Blade is heavy for its size since it's so thick.
Balance is off, since the handles are so light, made of either aluminum or light steel.
Handles have a thin folded liner and pinned bolsters and an inlay (kamagong?).

Blade is great, but the handle has scratches, SEE PICS.
NOT a great flipper, but an interesting piece for the collector.
It was very tight when I got it, but I have managed to loosen it a bit to the point where it can flip,
it's limited though, by its weight dynamics.

I was considering rehandling it, but that wouldn't be for a while.
So here's a chance for another collector to do as they wish to it.

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Pictured along side an older 5 hole down swept tanto Custom Armand Palacio Pandayan for size comparison.
Custom AP Tanto NOT FOR SALE.
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Asking $55.00.
Includes PayPal fees, USPS Priority small box, and Del. Conf.
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Nathan Dewey Arch Fiend Tanto #10. SOLD
Red G10 handles.
lightly flipped open/closed only.
I'm a collector not a flipper.
I think he's closed his list for now.
This is a great no frills starter, fully hand made butterfly knife.
I'm moved on to traditional stainless channeled handles,
and this one is just sitting around.
I'd like to let it go to someone that would and use/enjoy it.
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Asking $old.
Includes PayPal fees, USPS Priority small box, and Del. Conf.

First "I'll take it" with time stamp applies.
Please follow up with PM or email for PP address info.
Continental U.S. sales ONLY.
PAYPAL ONLY (unless I know you / have dealt with you before), with immediate payment .
Buyer must pay for additional insurance IF DESIRED.
All laws apply, and are buyer's responsibility.
Must be of legal age to purchase/own/poses in your area.
I reserve the right to NOT sell to anyone I please for whatever reason.
DON'T BOTHER buying from me if you have negative transactions, or no completed positive transactions, or just a few posts.

Thanks for your time.
 
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That looks like Armand's stamp on the latch, and I think both the latch and blade is indeed his work, but the handles are not.
 
The FHM was made to give away with the early Palacios I believe. Folded stainless channels with aluminum bolsters. Great for an EDC defensive blade since the aluminum keeps the overall weight down, but yes, the balance will be off with such a thick blade.
 
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