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CharlesS · 21st January 2016, 05:21 PM

I have been looking for a Malay sundang with a unique bird pommel for a long time...since VVV introduced them to me many years ago. They have, until recently, been most elusive, but with Maurice's help I was finally able to acquire one. Here it is after some clean-up and minor restoration.

The hilt is nicely dressed and the pommel well carved from horn. The blade is typically well executed and chiseled and features a rather unique 1.25in. rib reinforcing the end of the blade and point.

It is really a most welcomed and prized piece!

Input welcome.

Dimensions:
Overall length: 24.25in.
Blade length: 19.75in.
Average blade width: 1.25in.

21st January 2016, 05:21 PM	#1
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,855	At Last a Bird Pommel Malay Sundang!!! I have been looking for a Malay sundang with a unique bird pommel for a long time...since VVV introduced them to me many years ago. They have, until recently, been most elusive, but with Maurice's help I was finally able to acquire one. Here it is after some clean-up and minor restoration. The hilt is nicely dressed and the pommel well carved from horn. The blade is typically well executed and chiseled and features a rather unique 1.25in. rib reinforcing the end of the blade and point. It is really a most welcomed and prized piece! Input welcome. Dimensions: Overall length: 24.25in. Blade length: 19.75in. Average blade width: 1.25in. Attached Images