Klewang Sumatra

Sajen · 9th September 2010, 04:34 PM

Here some pics from the blade.

KuKulzA28 · 9th September 2010, 10:50 PM

Wow thats a really nice example!

I'm wondering, how can these very similar styles of klewang be from both Sumatra AND Lombok? What ethnic group are they from? Why are their styles sooo similar? I'm not an expert AT ALL on Indonesian weapons, so I'm somewhat lost...

Ron Anderson · 10th September 2010, 02:31 AM

They are from different island cultures, but there are similarities among all the islands.

The Lombok Islanders are known as Sassak people. Lombok is right next to Bali.

They tend to have quite an evolved artistic style compared to other places in the region. Generally, their artefacts are quite distinct and interesting. But their klewangs looks just like other klewangs. However, as I said, I think they tend be made of better materials, and the workmanship seems to be better.

KuKulzA28 · 25th September 2010, 09:11 AM

Sorry for the belated response! Thank you for that, my knowledge of Indonesian weaponry is limited. I didn't know if every group on every island had their own distinctive blades, or if there were various trends and influences from foreign cultures... and it seems there's just a beautiful mix of both indigenous design and centuries of influences and cross-pollinization of ideas and styles... making it harder and even more interesting to study Indonesian weapons

this style of klewang has really grown on me. The balance and heft is great and the aesthetics are elegant. I feel like a skilled pendekar could slash through a 100 men with one of these...

Rick · 25th September 2010, 03:41 PM

My pamor construction is the same style as your's Sajen .

My example may well be the sharpest sword I have .
A mere flick of the wrist and you can turn a pool noodle into little discs .

These would have been quite effective at close quarters .

Sajen · 25th September 2010, 04:02 PM

Hello Rick, so is my guess that my one is from Lombok maybe correct. The blade is one of the finest pamor blades I have.

Rick · 25th September 2010, 04:39 PM

I'm in the same boat as you Sajen .

I couldn't say for sure .

9th September 2010, 04:34 PM	#1
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9th September 2010, 10:50 PM	#2
KuKulzA28 Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: between work and sleep Posts: 731	Wow thats a really nice example! I'm wondering, how can these very similar styles of klewang be from both Sumatra AND Lombok? What ethnic group are they from? Why are their styles sooo similar? I'm not an expert AT ALL on Indonesian weapons, so I'm somewhat lost...

10th September 2010, 02:31 AM	#3
Ron Anderson Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 228	They are from different island cultures, but there are similarities among all the islands. The Lombok Islanders are known as Sassak people. Lombok is right next to Bali. They tend to have quite an evolved artistic style compared to other places in the region. Generally, their artefacts are quite distinct and interesting. But their klewangs looks just like other klewangs. However, as I said, I think they tend be made of better materials, and the workmanship seems to be better.

25th September 2010, 09:11 AM	#4
KuKulzA28 Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: between work and sleep Posts: 731	Sorry for the belated response! Thank you for that, my knowledge of Indonesian weaponry is limited. I didn't know if every group on every island had their own distinctive blades, or if there were various trends and influences from foreign cultures... and it seems there's just a beautiful mix of both indigenous design and centuries of influences and cross-pollinization of ideas and styles... making it harder and even more interesting to study Indonesian weapons this style of klewang has really grown on me. The balance and heft is great and the aesthetics are elegant. I feel like a skilled pendekar could slash through a 100 men with one of these...

25th September 2010, 03:41 PM	#5
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,347	My pamor construction is the same style as your's Sajen . My example may well be the sharpest sword I have . A mere flick of the wrist and you can turn a pool noodle into little discs . These would have been quite effective at close quarters .

25th September 2010, 04:02 PM	#6
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 9,274	Hello Rick, so is my guess that my one is from Lombok maybe correct. The blade is one of the finest pamor blades I have.

25th September 2010, 04:39 PM	#7
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,347	I'm in the same boat as you Sajen . I couldn't say for sure .