Hello Rob,
Like Gustav stated, you have a Malay keris, the handle will be from hippo ivory. And please don't shorten the gandar, it would be a great mistake. I would polish the scabbard with a good oil, it will look much better after this. And I wouldn't replace the little damaged buntut of the scabbard with bone of some sort, I would use ivory or wood instead.
Regards,
Detlef
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