Mau Rakau - Weapons
Samples of different Maori Mau - Raukau - weapons.
Mau Rakau - Weapons
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The kotiate is classed as a short club. Notice the texture of the kotiate. This one is made is whale bone, a very valuble commodity to the Maori world. The indents on the sides are for catching weapons. With the right flick and twist of the wrist, the opponent can be disarmed. Notice the carved handle. |
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