Adding a Bangkung to this thread.
An old Bangkung which I initially thought was made for a child. The hilts portion that is wire wrapped is only less than 3.5in. I now believe that due to its age, construction and materials used, that its was made for a small adult.
There has been some old repair work done to the pommel. The area where the Kakatua's crest, has a matching piece of wood inserted and a dowel pinned to secure it.
Last photo show a size comparison to a kris.
Last edited by kino; 29th January 2017 at 05:16 PM.
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