Moro Kris for comment

[Battara]

I agree with Maurice in keeping the dark stain/patina on the scabbard.

[Atlantia]

Thanks guys,
Sorry Maurice I don't know where the elephants trunk is?
The pommel doesn't look to have been broken at any time, is that the elephants head?

[Maurice]

Originally Posted by Atlantia

Thanks guys,
Sorry Maurice I don't know where the elephants trunk is?
The pommel doesn't look to have been broken at any time, is that the elephants head?

I mean here in the yellow circle.
Normally this "trunk" is a bit longer as on yours?

[Atlantia]

Originally Posted by Maurice

I mean here in the yellow circle.
Normally this "trunk" is a bit longer as on yours?

LOL, I'd never have guessed!
Doesn't seem any rougher than the rest, but there is certainly wear to the blade so possibly longer once I guess?

[Battara]

Yes most likely it curled into the empty space.

[Sajen]

Hi Gene,

another fine and interesting addition to your collection. Agree with Maurice and Jose to let the scabbard alone. The form of the scabbard remind to some keris sheaths from northern regions of Sumatra. When I am you I would leave it like this. I only would try to etch it to see if there is a lamination.

Regards,

Detlef

[Atlantia]

Originally Posted by Sajen

Hi Gene,

another fine and interesting addition to your collection. Agree with Maurice and Jose to let the scabbard alone. The form of the scabbard remind to some keris sheaths from northern regions of Sumatra. When I am you I would leave it like this. I only would try to etch it to see if there is a lamination.

Regards,

Detlef

Hi Detlef,

It came with the collection of items, of which many seem to have a direct or possible Sumatran attribution.
However, there was another possible Filipino dagger with a heavy wavy blade.

I'll do as you chaps say and leave the scabbard on this one then. A buff with a soft cloth only perhaps?

Best
Gene

[Atlantia]

Originally Posted by Battara

Yes most likely it curled into the empty space.

Ahh, another worn old warrior?
It has that rather ugly 'sandblasted' look to the sirface of the metal that so many Kris seem to get one the contrast is lost. Not sure what to do with it TBH.

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by Atlantia

Ahh, another worn old warrior?
It has that rather ugly 'sandblasted' look to the sirface of the metal that so many Kris seem to get one the contrast is lost. Not sure what to do with it TBH.

Hi Gene,

try to etch it, this is not a big effort and will bring out a possible nice lamination.
you can use vinegar from your wifes kitchen, heat the blade and vinegar and use a brush. Normally it will work after a short time.

Regards,

Detlef