Small Indonesian klewang (?)

Ian · Today, 09:22 AM

Hi Detlef,

Thank you for your swift response. I do see considerable similarities. The blade presently has a sharpened edge, and the edge appears to show irregularities where nicks have been polished out. The blade decorations could fit with a ceremonial/dance function too. And yes, the hilt is probably horn.

This example may have some age.

Am I correct in recalling that your wife was from Halmahera?

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Today, 09:22 AM	#3
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,530	Hi Detlef, Thank you for your swift response. I do see considerable similarities. The blade presently has a sharpened edge, and the edge appears to show irregularities where nicks have been polished out. The blade decorations could fit with a ceremonial/dance function too. And yes, the hilt is probably horn. This example may have some age. Am I correct in recalling that your wife was from Halmahera?