Another atypical kris

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Originally Posted by Interested Party

Thanks for posting this historically fascinating sword. Did a riveted handle and baka baka change the feel of the sword upon impact?

Halloo sir, it surprisingly didn't modify the "feel" of the blade as it cut. It did, however, benefit me, as the replacement hilt accommodated my large grip perfectly and I felt that I could retain the kris much better (than its original Moro hilt).

Here's a slow-motion cut that I did with rolled and soaked cardboard:

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