Great video bro , a small bit of clarity for one comment though, Maori did not hunt whales , ther was no need to . Whales would beach themselves occasionally and were considered a very valuable gift from Tangaroa the god of the sea .
The most precious of the tohora, tohora păraoa,sperm whale, the bone of this wahaika is that bone cause no other whale bone is as dense as this whale, te kauae raro,the lower jaw,I'm a Carver and a registered flenser, that's how I know....
I love my Wahaika and not only sleep with it but also often carry it in my backpack when I leave home. Mine was carved in 1986 out of black Maire wood. Mine is certainly not an antique just yet. I will say that even though it is nearly 40yrs old now, it looks pretty much the same as it did when it was carved. Even though it has been banged around it has stayed "young".
For anyone finding it hard to pronounce Maori Language I have a little demonstration ..I hope you enjoy it🙏 here are the vowels sounding... A, E, I, O, U, Ahhh, Ehhh, Eeeeh Oooor, ewww Whā = Far Whē = Fehhh Whī = Feee Whō = Four Whū = Fewww Tārārūa = (taddah duwa) Mērē = ( Meddeh) Kōtiate = (Caughty ahh deh) Wahaīka = (wahah eekah) Just remember when there is an "R" It's verry similar to the double D sound Ngā is similar to wing or ding, sing without the ga Tāngāta = (Tongue - utter) In some dialects the T can almost sound like a "D" if you are Italian or Espanol you might find this easy to pronounce or even if your Irish or Scottish accent how they pronounce (Robbie) their are familiarities this is just a small tutorial for learning purpose have fun 👍🙏☺️
The jade Mere is pronounced "Me'ree" . Muskogee Creek war clubs also included flat paddle shaped clubs similar to the Moari Wahaika. As well as ball head shape clubs and deer leg shaped clubs.
The Makah tribes of Maine and North of that, they use whalebone clubs very similar to Patu. I’ve actually discussed this with a Macah tribesman and he agrees, it’s a very similar design. Makah used whale bone and wood almost exclusively
@@ObjectHistory Sometimes I forget to say that and I just come at you with my conversation topic lol. If I don’t say it’s bad, assume I feel it’s good. Thx for making these buddy. Again, whale bone wahaika? So sick. I have a wood one and it’s real nice but still.
Dude I am Maori and know how to use this ancient weapon but the knotch in the centre is to catch the opponents weapon before you make assumptions you should do more research especially if you don't know our old ancient weaponry,this is not to offend you bro but just to clarify and to deepen your knowledge of Maori weapons
The correct pronunciation Waha -Ika The bitten fish / fishes mouth. Referring to the enemy as fish/ food for the taking The Hook above the carved figure was for many uses as mentioned but also specifically penetration of the skull letting blood drip down to 'Feed' the Aitua/ god , or ancestors. The notch on the opposite side was duel use also as mentioned to snare the opponents weapon, but also to fit into the side of the enemy skull above the ear where with a flick of the wrist the head could be opened exposing the brain / bread fruit to the gods.
I'm really only knowledgeable about the weapons and those come down to various flattened clubs like this as far as I know. I've seen many indigenous American implements made out of animal bone of various kinds, like hide scrapers. So it stands to reason that those with access to whalebone used to for various tools.
I carve whale bone and I haven't found any bone suitable for making wahaika other than sperm whale jaw bone, which is where I would suggest the name originates.
@@ObjectHistory Oh yes. I said “no” because you were saying someone in the comments would say you’re wrong. So I’m saying no no you got it right for sure! 3 wahaika. 2 Mere one jade. 1 Kotiate. You got it bro I’m not arguing in these comments just conversing.
That little knotch is used to parrying off longer weapons such as a (taiaha ) (tie ahh haa) it is also has a use of disassembling long bladed weapons example swords long bladed weapons verry similar to the (kotiāte) (caw teh ah teh) .. it was used close distance combat I myself use and carve these implements I am from Tūhoe tribe...these have been passed down alot of the older ones are verry sacred =(Tapu) a lot of ansestors weaponry and carvings were confiscated when the european colonized our lands they took our ansestors impliments aswell as raped and killed our woman and children we have been through alot because of the whiteman that came to our lands and stole our lands .now alot of Maori are mixed blood European and Maori Blood Mixed ..please come to nz and come to our different areas not all maori are the same even our dialects are different aswell
A Patu is not a paddle... A Patu was a gardening tool come widow maker.What people don't understand Maori weapons are not like any other hand to hand combat weapons. They have a mind of there own and will move by themselves and pick there strike block's of there own accord? They were handed down to the next generation of killer's that where going to use them. After centuries of brutal battle they were extremely Evil. When the White's finally got the Maori chefs on side there children and grandchildren would burry these weapons to contain the evil Mana. The head or face on the backside of the Patu and the eyes of the head on the butt end are watching they will move the hand in the direction of the opponent.. Even if the Warrior didn't see an attack from the rear.. If they seen someone walk onto a battle with just a or two Patu. It would send fear into the opponents. This is a complete killer who needed to see your eyes as you died... Come on you sh"teater's I'm hungry I need my next dinner 🪓 😡😛🖕
Kia ora bro just a lil critique it's not pronounced (marry) it's pronounced mouldy without the L sound I'm a Maori and also do these carvings myself please pronounce words properly Kia ora the "R" sound is Scottish sounding Ngamihi 🙏
@@ObjectHistoryit's actually pronounced (mah - ordy) I teach my European friends aswell I have a European friend that's speaks fluent (Māori) they never use to hunt whales . When a whale died they would gather everything nothing was wasted
Please look up how these names are actually pronounced, the names have their own mana and meaning, when you butcher the name like you are not only are you not giving the name its appropriate title but you are also bringing dishonor to the people whos last sight on earth were these weapons, something to think about when you say you appreciate it yet you cant even take the time to learn the correct pronunciation. If we met and i messed your name up constantly would you be frustrated?
Very interesting and deadly looking weapon.
Reminiscent of the Native American jawbone tomahawk (Wild West connection!).
@@ObjectHistory YUP!
The knotch served a purpose! To pull your insides out.
Great video bro , a small bit of clarity for one comment though, Maori did not hunt whales , ther was no need to . Whales would beach themselves occasionally and were considered a very valuable gift from Tangaroa the god of the sea .
Ah, good stuff. Thanks.
The most precious of the tohora, tohora păraoa,sperm whale, the bone of this wahaika is that bone cause no other whale bone is as dense as this whale, te kauae raro,the lower jaw,I'm a Carver and a registered flenser, that's how I know....
It would be nice to see more,expecially how to use a patu,since it seems a pretty basic shape,easily adaptable to a variety of improvised weapons.
They still practice here in NZ to this day as well as Taiaha it’s very cool to watch I use to do it myself but not now
Watch TH-cam (Kairakau) type this and you would see how these weapons was used
I love my Wahaika and not only sleep with it but also often carry it in my backpack when I leave home. Mine was carved in 1986 out of black Maire wood. Mine is certainly not an antique just yet. I will say that even though it is nearly 40yrs old now, it looks pretty much the same as it did when it was carved. Even though it has been banged around it has stayed "young".
I need to get a contemporary one. Really love these, have a chapter dedicated to them in my next book.
The notch is for tearing out the intestines. A strike into the ribs. Drive the Patu into the inareds twist rip outwards.
I have a deep love for Māori Culture. So much so I carve jade Heitiki myself, as well as Wahaika and the like. thanks for sharing
Very cool. I have them in my next weapons book… am editing it now
The knoch also caught your weapon or blade and redirected their force and motion
For anyone finding it hard to pronounce Maori Language I have a little demonstration
..I hope you enjoy it🙏 here are the vowels sounding...
A, E, I, O, U,
Ahhh,
Ehhh,
Eeeeh
Oooor,
ewww
Whā = Far
Whē = Fehhh
Whī = Feee
Whō = Four
Whū = Fewww
Tārārūa = (taddah duwa)
Mērē = ( Meddeh)
Kōtiate = (Caughty ahh deh)
Wahaīka = (wahah eekah)
Just remember when there is an "R"
It's verry similar to the double D sound
Ngā is similar to wing or ding, sing without the ga
Tāngāta = (Tongue - utter)
In some dialects the T can almost sound like a "D" if you are Italian or Espanol you might find this easy to pronounce or even if your Irish or Scottish accent how they pronounce (Robbie) their are familiarities
this is just a small tutorial for learning purpose have fun 👍🙏☺️
The jade Mere is pronounced "Me'ree" .
Muskogee Creek war clubs also included flat paddle shaped clubs similar to the Moari Wahaika. As well as ball head shape clubs and deer leg shaped clubs.
Thank you. I’ll practice for when I do the video on the one I held.
The Makah tribes of Maine and North of that, they use whalebone clubs very similar to Patu. I’ve actually discussed this with a Macah tribesman and he agrees, it’s a very similar design. Makah used whale bone and wood almost exclusively
@@davidgeldner2167 Didn't know that!
Yes👍
To be clear: love this video man. Great job. Great piece
Thanks sir.
@@ObjectHistory Sometimes I forget to say that and I just come at you with my conversation topic lol. If I don’t say it’s bad, assume I feel it’s good. Thx for making these buddy.
Again, whale bone wahaika? So sick. I have a wood one and it’s real nice but still.
@@davidgeldner2167 NP man, thanks very much for watching.
Very cool. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure
Dude I am Maori and know how to use this ancient weapon but the knotch in the centre is to catch the opponents weapon before you make assumptions you should do more research especially if you don't know our old ancient weaponry,this is not to offend you bro but just to clarify and to deepen your knowledge of Maori weapons
The correct pronunciation
Waha -Ika
The bitten fish / fishes mouth.
Referring to the enemy as fish/ food for the taking
The Hook above the carved figure was for many uses as mentioned but also specifically penetration of the skull letting blood drip down to 'Feed' the Aitua/ god , or ancestors.
The notch on the opposite side was duel use also as mentioned to snare the opponents weapon, but also to fit into the side of the enemy skull above the ear where with a flick of the wrist the head could be opened exposing the brain / bread fruit to the gods.
im Maori and this is a good video, ty bro
Awesome. Thanks. New Zealand is on my bucket list and I'd love to take an indigenous martial arts class while there.
The carving on the Wahaika is a protector in battle
Very cool. I love weapons that are imbued with spiritual beliefs.
That figure, whiro,represents nga mate,the glorious dead..PUUKANA
Nice
because they didn't had access to iron or steel or the technology of making them.
Maori were very adapt in making use of what was available. Like the use of Nephrite
Love these weapons
Same
what other things were whale bones traditionally used to make?
I'm really only knowledgeable about the weapons and those come down to various flattened clubs like this as far as I know. I've seen many indigenous American implements made out of animal bone of various kinds, like hide scrapers. So it stands to reason that those with access to whalebone used to for various tools.
I carve whale bone and I haven't found any bone suitable for making wahaika other than sperm whale jaw bone, which is where I would suggest the name originates.
Ah, thanks very much.
No fucking way bro!
@objecthistory this was my first comment 😂
Well old Māori weapons that have been used must be blunted so that it is not alive, other iwi have different reasons why they must be blunted
What an interesting concept.
Hey Bro🖐️ Patu the Maori word for Strike trust or Blow👍
Thanks for adding that Paul
2:30 it looks like a whale eye to me
Some have a notch for catching the collar bone
That edge and a notch/catch on the collarbone would hurt like all Hell.
Oh no you’re not wrong you got it right, there’s 3 Wahaika in that pic. One Kotiate, all Patu one of which is a Mere.
Sorry the far too right is also a Mere but just a wooden one. Not as prestigious as a jade aka paonumu Mere
Think that's what I said (as far how many wahaika). It's funny, you make these and then seriously you kind of forget everything you said.
@@ObjectHistory Oh yes. I said “no” because you were saying someone in the comments would say you’re wrong. So I’m saying no no you got it right for sure! 3 wahaika. 2 Mere one jade. 1 Kotiate.
You got it bro I’m not arguing in these comments just conversing.
That little knotch is used to parrying off longer weapons such as a (taiaha )
(tie ahh haa) it is also has a use of disassembling long bladed weapons example swords long bladed weapons verry similar to the (kotiāte) (caw teh ah teh) .. it was used close distance combat I myself use and carve these implements I am from Tūhoe tribe...these have been passed down alot of the older ones are verry sacred =(Tapu) a lot of ansestors weaponry and carvings were confiscated when the european colonized our lands they took our ansestors impliments aswell as raped and killed our woman and children we have been through alot because of the whiteman that came to our lands and stole our lands .now alot of Maori are mixed blood European and Maori Blood Mixed ..please come to nz and come to our different areas not all maori are the same even our dialects are different aswell
Thanks for commenting! Very interesting.
Weapons are great for emphasizing speech! lol!
😁
It reminds me of a meat cleaver!
Ha, yeah. Nasty bit of work.
A Patu is not a paddle... A Patu was a gardening tool come widow maker.What people don't understand Maori weapons are not like any other hand to hand combat weapons. They have a mind of there own and will move by themselves and pick there strike block's of there own accord? They were handed down to the next generation of killer's that where going to use them. After centuries of brutal battle they were extremely Evil. When the White's finally got the Maori chefs on side there children and grandchildren would burry these weapons to contain the evil Mana. The head or face on the backside of the Patu and the eyes of the head on the butt end are watching they will move the hand in the direction of the opponent.. Even if the Warrior didn't see an attack from the rear.. If they seen someone walk onto a battle with just a or two Patu. It would send fear into the opponents. This is a complete killer who needed to see your eyes as you died... Come on you sh"teater's I'm hungry I need my next dinner 🪓 😡😛🖕
Kia ora bro just a lil critique it's not pronounced (marry) it's pronounced mouldy without the L sound I'm a Maori and also do these carvings myself please pronounce words properly Kia ora the "R" sound is Scottish sounding
Ngamihi 🙏
Wrong its not pronounced mouldy u goofy boy
Looks very old
It defiantly has more character than the others I’ve seen.
Can you please roll your R like a scottish accent
I'll try
@@ObjectHistoryit's actually pronounced (mah - ordy) I teach my European friends aswell I have a European friend that's speaks fluent (Māori) they never use to hunt whales . When a whale died they would gather everything nothing was wasted
Please look up how these names are actually pronounced, the names have their own mana and meaning, when you butcher the name like you are not only are you not giving the name its appropriate title but you are also bringing dishonor to the people whos last sight on earth were these weapons, something to think about when you say you appreciate it yet you cant even take the time to learn the correct pronunciation. If we met and i messed your name up constantly would you be frustrated?
Awww, are your feeling hurt?? 😂Shut up, go cry goofy boy