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			I recently acquired this nice Tombak from one of our esteemed fellow formites.  I'm trying to learn as much about it as possible.  I can really use your help. 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
	I understand it is hard to give an evaluation using photographs. First of all I realize it is "out of stain" and it exhibits characteristics that make it difficult to identify as a Javanese Tombak. (Thank you to Alan Maisey for that information). If anyone might have an opinion I would love to hear it. Another question I need an answer to is; where can one find laboratory grade white arsenic (arsenic tri-oxide) ? Does anyone know the difference between a Tahitian lime and a regular lime. Both these are needed for proper staining according to Alan's detailed instructions. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()  
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