Nifo Oti (Samoan Tooth of Death)
Slashing / Hooking weapon
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginSamoa / Polynesia (Antiquity / 19th Century)
Wield TypeSingle/Double-handed
MaterialCarved hardwood with hooked steel blade
Length90 - 110 cm cm
Weight0.8 - 1.4 kg kg
History
Iconic Polynesian weapon of Samoan warriors. Meaning "Tooth of Death", it combined a carved wooden club with a hooked steel blade, famously featured in the Ailao war dance.
About
Delivers rapid whipping slashes to neck and wrists. The side hook traps opponent spears or drags limbs at close quarters.