Horn material in Rencong
 

Stimulated by Ibrahiim al Balooshi's recent post regarding identification of rhino horn in khanjar hilts, I was reminded of the translucent nature of the hilt in a recently acquired rencong. I took several photos - apologies for single-handed cell phone pics - using a bright flashlight to illuminate the innards of the horn.

I lack the expertise to determine the origin of the horn. Comment encouraged.

My guess it is buffalo, cow or some other ruminant.
Rhino is a conglomerate of hair, not layers like buffalo.

Agree complete with Ariel, buffalo or cow horn, think it's the first one.
Regards,
Detlef

Thank you for your observations, gentlemen.

Albino water buffalo horn has been a common choice for these rencong.

Regards,
Kai