Sulawesi Klewang??

[Athanase]

Hello,

I'm not sure about the origin of this Klewang. :confused:
The handle and the blade make me say that it comes from Sulawesi, but the sheath isn't in the Toraja style (for the little that I know). :shrug:
The blade is very thick at the base (1,2cm) and heavy. It is covered by a yellowish varnish (shellac?).
Total length of blade : 51cm
The sheath is made of light-colored wood and has been tinted. It is clearly visible at its point where it seems to be missing a kind of chape.

[Sajen]

Hello Severin,

nice and old rustic klewang, this blade style is found in many regions of Indonesia but from handle and scabbard style I would agree with you. ;)

Regards,
Detlef

[Sajen]

Here some swords from my collection with similar blade shape.

[Athanase]

It's mainly Timor and Molluks klewang I feel.
I seem to have read (but I don't know where) that on these islands the blades were imported from other islands and especially (but not only) Sulawesi.

[Sajen]

It's mainly Timor and Molluks klewang I feel.
I seem to have read (but I don't know where) that on these islands the blades were imported from other islands and especially (but not only) Sulawesi.

Hello Severin,
Yes, you are correct in both statements.

Regards,
Detlef