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asomotif · 6th January 2013, 10:51 PM

I would say Borneo / Sarawak based on the scabbard carvings.

The chopper blade is imported, probably by chinese traders.

The hilt would than be an aso / dragon.

I owned something similar in the past, but sold it.
Will check for pictures if I have time.

Best regards,
Willem

Battara · 7th January 2013, 12:04 AM

Not exactly my area but I would agree with Willem - looks like Borneo carving on the scabbard to me.

Robert · 7th January 2013, 01:13 AM

My thanks to everyone who have taken time to give their thought and opinions on the place of origin of this unusual parang. I have added photos a few at a time today as I cropped and resized them from the one original auction photo in hopes of helping in its identification. What are everyones thoughts on possible age and whether or not this is a working piece or an item meant for those who travel? Is the writing on the scabbard of any significance or just scribbling from a previous owner that should be removed after it arrives? Again my thanks for all who have helped so far.

Regards,
Robert

VVV · 7th January 2013, 03:13 PM

I agree with Willem, an Iban utility blade from Sarawak.
Here is a reference picture (unfortunately a bit too dark).

Michael

Rick · 7th January 2013, 03:58 PM

Robert, if you want to remove the pencil; 'Kleenwood' is made for this; unless there is a finish on the wood .

Robert · 8th January 2013, 04:09 AM

Hello Michael and thank you very much for you help and for posting your wonderful example.
Rick, I have never heard of 'Kleenwood' before. Can you tell me where to purchase this product?
I cannot help but noticed that no one has offered their opinion on whether or not this it a tourist item or a working piece. Please do not worry about offending as I have developed some pretty thick skin over the years and would not want to represent this for something it is not. Again my thanks to everyone for all your help.

Regards,
Robert

VANDOO · 8th January 2013, 05:40 AM

I WOULD AGREE IT IS LIKELY FROM BORNEO AS THE CARVING LOOKS MORE DAYAK THAN SUMATRAN. I WOULD THINK IT IS MADE AS A TOOL FOR LOCALS BUT OF COURSE A TOURIST COULD PICK ONE UP AT THE LOCAL SHOPS OR PERHAPS TRADE OR BUY FROM AN INDIVIDUAL. THE WRITING IN PENCIL MAKES ME THINK PERHAPS IT BELONGED TO SOMEONE AND DIDN'T COME FROM THE STORE LIKE THAT. A INTERESTING ITEM.

7th January 2013, 03:13 PM	#4
VVV Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,637	I agree with Willem, an Iban utility blade from Sarawak. Here is a reference picture (unfortunately a bit too dark). Michael Attached Images

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6th January 2013, 10:51 PM	#1
asomotif Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 2,235	I would say Borneo / Sarawak based on the scabbard carvings. The chopper blade is imported, probably by chinese traders. The hilt would than be an aso / dragon. I owned something similar in the past, but sold it. Will check for pictures if I have time. Best regards, Willem

7th January 2013, 12:04 AM	#2
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,280	Not exactly my area but I would agree with Willem - looks like Borneo carving on the scabbard to me.

7th January 2013, 01:13 AM	#3
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	My thanks to everyone who have taken time to give their thought and opinions on the place of origin of this unusual parang. I have added photos a few at a time today as I cropped and resized them from the one original auction photo in hopes of helping in its identification. What are everyones thoughts on possible age and whether or not this is a working piece or an item meant for those who travel? Is the writing on the scabbard of any significance or just scribbling from a previous owner that should be removed after it arrives? Again my thanks for all who have helped so far. Regards, Robert

7th January 2013, 03:58 PM	#5
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,339	Robert, if you want to remove the pencil; 'Kleenwood' is made for this; unless there is a finish on the wood .

8th January 2013, 04:09 AM	#6
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	Hello Michael and thank you very much for you help and for posting your wonderful example. Rick, I have never heard of 'Kleenwood' before. Can you tell me where to purchase this product? I cannot help but noticed that no one has offered their opinion on whether or not this it a tourist item or a working piece. Please do not worry about offending as I have developed some pretty thick skin over the years and would not want to represent this for something it is not. Again my thanks to everyone for all your help. Regards, Robert

8th January 2013, 05:40 AM	#7
VANDOO (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: OKLAHOMA, USA Posts: 3,138	I WOULD AGREE IT IS LIKELY FROM BORNEO AS THE CARVING LOOKS MORE DAYAK THAN SUMATRAN. I WOULD THINK IT IS MADE AS A TOOL FOR LOCALS BUT OF COURSE A TOURIST COULD PICK ONE UP AT THE LOCAL SHOPS OR PERHAPS TRADE OR BUY FROM AN INDIVIDUAL. THE WRITING IN PENCIL MAKES ME THINK PERHAPS IT BELONGED TO SOMEONE AND DIDN'T COME FROM THE STORE LIKE THAT. A INTERESTING ITEM.