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dbhmgb
6th May 2012, 10:38 PM
I've been trying to learn as much as I can and lately hilts have been at the forefront. Here's one I haven't found a clear answer on. The hilt in the picture I believe is a Rakasa hilt and from what I've read is from Bali and East Java. Now, is this hilt more appropriate on a Bali Keris or could it go with this blade and dress?

Thanks,

Dan

Sajen
6th May 2012, 10:56 PM
I've been trying to learn as much as I can and lately hilts have been at the forefront. Here's one I haven't found a clear answer on. The hilt in the picture I believe is a Rakasa hilt and from what I've read is from Bali and East Java. Now, is this hilt more appropriate on a Bali Keris or could it go with this blade and dress?

Thanks,

Dan

Hello Dan,

first thought when I see the hilt is Bali in origin. Can we have a front view from the hilt?

Regards,

Detlef

dbhmgb
6th May 2012, 10:59 PM
Here it is:

Sajen
6th May 2012, 11:10 PM
Look like Bhuta Nawasari, a Bali hilt.

Regards,

Detlef

Sajen
6th May 2012, 11:16 PM
Here for comparison the same motif.

dbhmgb
6th May 2012, 11:23 PM
So, is it inappropriate for that dress?

Thanks,

Dan

Sajen
6th May 2012, 11:27 PM
So, is it inappropriate for that dress?

Thanks,

Dan

Yes, a planar Solo hilt will be the best for this keris! Wait a little bit, sometimes something come across you don't wait for! :) ;)

dbhmgb
6th May 2012, 11:33 PM
Yes, a planar Solo hilt will be the best for this keris! Wait a little bit, sometimes something come across you don't wait for! :) ;)

I have the original hilt, I was just thinking about dressing it up a bit and I like those hilts. The picture is just a quick Photoshop.