Real fighting weapon - collectors grade.
Outstanding antique filipino barong short sword. 
Circa late 19th - early 20th century (philippine - american war period).
Single piece h0rn grip carved in form of a hoof (carved from domestic animal cattle h0rn, mentioned to comply with ebay policy). 
Cattle is a large domestic farm animal kept for their milk or meat. This animal is not threatened or endangered or protected by cites, the endangered species act, or any other state, federal, or international laws. It is legal to sell this item and this listing follows ebay rules.
High quality real fighting hand forged blade.
Original carved wooden scabbard (sheath) with original rope. 
   size:
About 24 5/8 in. (62.6 cm) long in scabbard.
About 24 1/4 in (61.6 cm) long out of scabbard.   
Blade is about 18 7/8 in. (48 cm) long.
  condition: 
Good original antique condition with honest wear and charming indication of age. 
Blade has been lightly cleaned recently.
Some pitting, scratches, light sharpening and age wear to blade. 
No play to hilt. 
Age wear, very minor worm damage and tight stable age cracks to "hoof" h0rn grip (don't downgrade overall appearance or functionality, mentioned just for 100% accuracy). 
Rare antique example.