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3rd December 2023, 09:29 PM | #1 |
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Hello Detlef,
How about a Gayang ? Or a Tilang Kemarau ? |
4th December 2023, 12:01 AM | #2 |
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Hello Willem,
I've considered both, but I am quite unsure about them too, as there are differences between these types too. But as I said, I'm quite inexperienced with Borneo swords, so it's not for nothing that I asked for help! What would you say? Regards, Detlef |
4th December 2023, 10:44 AM | #3 |
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What sets these three (jimpul, gayang, tilang kamerau) apart? Is it to do with the tip shape? Curvature? Decorative elements?
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4th December 2023, 09:13 PM | #4 | |
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Regards, Detlef |
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7th December 2023, 04:13 PM | #5 |
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Two possible "gayang" examples I found here in old threads. Both are from Charles Saunders.
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7th December 2023, 04:15 PM | #6 |
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And here two possible examples of "tilang kemarau".
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9th December 2023, 04:20 AM | #7 |
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Detlef,
I think there are many similar swords shown here, and in other threads of the forum, with variously attributed names. Perhaps the different names reflect the usage of different tribal sub-groups for essentially the same sword, but with minor differences in embellishments or style of blade. To me, they come from a common family and were likely used in a similar fashion. Jimpul seems to be the most common term used to describe these swords, and I personally would settle for that designation, knowing that there may be alternative names based on subtle differences or geographic/ethnic preferences. For those of us outside the culture of origin, it may be extremely difficult to learn the subtle, and perhaps not very important, differences in terminology. |
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