Tjikeroeh swords

[asomotif]

The assumption that these where produced for dutch soldiers fighting in Aceh feels very unlikely. There is a big variation in models and material.
If they were made by an order of the KNIL they would not have this model.

They look more like a so-called 'hartsvanger' a sidearm that was used by hunters in the 1800's

Other option would be private purchase by soldiers for use in the Aceh war.
But they are always find in unused condition and also the model is something that I can not imagine being desired by dutch soldiers.

I have never seen these Tjikeroe waepons on pictures of soldiers from those days.

I really stick to the souvernir option.

Best regards,
Willem

Enclosed some pictures of the one I had last year and I believ to be in Flavio's collection now.

[Flavio]

Originally Posted by asomotif

Enclosed some pictures of the one I had last year and I believ to be in Flavio's collection now.

Yes, Willem you're right!!!!

[asomotif]

PS. last weekend I saw a miniature Tjikeroeh sword.
Approx 25 cms total length.

Maybe made in commssion for the smal KNIL soldiers ?
It strengthened my opnion that they are mainly tourist items.
But some of them are really well made with beautifull materials as this thread clearly shows. Sure worth collecting

[VVV]

Originally Posted by asomotif

PS. last weekend I saw a miniature Tjikeroeh sword.
Approx 25 cms total length.

Willem,

Here is one of mine that's 27 cm, excl. scabbard.
Did it look the same?

Michael

[asomotif]

Dear Michael,

No, the 'miniature' I saw last weekend was the European style, with a bone handle and black wood plain scabbard. with metal mountings.

This one is fun too.
We almost have material for a 'coffeetable book' about Tjikeroeh swords