Unknown South East Asian knife for comment

[David]

I'm afraid i was thinking more along Peter's line of Sumatra. I don't see this as a mainland piece at all.

[Athanase]

Hello,

I also find that there is a little batak influence in the handle as well.
The blade is a curious mix. Without the Kembang Kacang it would be a Sewar blade from Aceh with a precious metal crown that would have disappeared leaving only the hollows of its implantation.

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by Athanase

I also find that there is a little batak influence in the handle as well.
The blade is a curious mix. Without the Kembang Kacang it would be a Sewar blade from Aceh with a precious metal crown that would have disappeared leaving only the hollows of its implantation.

Hello Severin,

It's the grip in particular that unsettles me and makes me think of a mainland origin. I have never seen a similar hilt or blade in all my years of collecting and caring. Can't wait to receive it and handle it!

Regards,
Detlef

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by David

I'm afraid i was thinking more along Peter's line of Sumatra. I don't see this as a mainland piece at all.

Hello David,
No need to worry. There are certainly reasons to think of Sumatran origins, especially the crowns that adorn the bolster. It is definitely an unusual knife. It's the grip in particular that makes me think of the mainland, but I'm far from sure.

Regards,
Detlef