This very rare chopper / axe / machete like tool is used for both farming works as well as battles by the Pende people residing in south east Zair. Heavy down curving blade with a pronounced T back, 15 inches long and 7 inches widest, sharpened on the inner curvature. Wood handle bound with iron strips. Very good condition. For a similar one see: Fischer and Zirngibl AFRICAN WEAPONS P 145 # 261