Adam, I cannot read Chinese characters of any type, and according to my understanding there are a number of types of characters. However i have encountered keris, tombak & other atrefacts originating in Jawa that do carry Chinese characters, in most cases these characters were placed on the blade by using the method that we call "batik", ie, writing the inscription in wax and then etching.
There was & is plenty of Chinese influence in Jawa, Bali & other places throughout SE Asia. I'm certain that you, yourself know this.
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