Moro Kris for comment

Atlantia · 12th June 2011, 01:18 AM

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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 · 12th June 2011, 03:22 AM

Yes most likely it curled into the empty space.

Sajen · 12th June 2011, 04:37 PM

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 · 12th June 2011, 04:45 PM

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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 · 12th June 2011, 04:47 PM

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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 · 12th June 2011, 04:56 PM

Quote:

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

Atlantia · 12th June 2011, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sajen

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

Thanks Detlef.

Would that be better than FeCl for these?

Sajen · 12th June 2011, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Atlantia

Thanks Detlef.

Would that be better than FeCl for these?

You can use FeCl as well. Vinegar will give a more soft etch what I prefer but this is a personal choice.

Regards,

Detlef

Battara · 12th June 2011, 06:38 PM

IF you use FeCl mix it with a little distilled water, say 1/2 and 1/2?

Etch the blade and see what comes out.

On the scabbard, the most I would do is place bands of either brass or silver. Otherwise leave the wood alone. On the blade, it should have a clamp on it, maybe silver, as well as etch it.

12th June 2011, 03:22 AM	#2
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,345	Yes most likely it curled into the empty space.

12th June 2011, 04:37 PM	#3
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 9,416	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

12th June 2011, 06:38 PM	#9
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,345	IF you use FeCl mix it with a little distilled water, say 1/2 and 1/2? Etch the blade and see what comes out. On the scabbard, the most I would do is place bands of either brass or silver. Otherwise leave the wood alone. On the blade, it should have a clamp on it, maybe silver, as well as etch it.