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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 27th April 2023, 12:47 PM
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Views: 29,478
Posted By JeffS
I don't recall seeing an example of that blade...

I don't recall seeing an example of that blade profile on an old Formosa knife/sword. Presumably of Southern or lowland origin with the straight blade, but without the angular tip seen on most Rukai...
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 25th April 2023, 02:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 32,301
Posted By JeffS
Red face I'm surprised the Swap Forum is not more heavily...

I'm surprised the Swap Forum is not more heavily used. For a new collector, it is an amazing way to ensure you are getting legit stuff filtered by the discerning eye of serious collectors. A lot of...
Forum: Keris Swap Forum 23rd April 2023, 10:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,063
Posted By JeffS
Looking for book

The Kris. Legendary Weapon from Indonesia" by Jean Greffioz
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 23rd April 2023, 12:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 30,739
Posted By JeffS
Agreed it appears rough and unfinished. However,...

Agreed it appears rough and unfinished. However, being located inline with the blumbangan and the orientation (thumb would be aligned with blade), as well as the thumb-like size and shape, make me...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 22nd April 2023, 01:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 30,739
Posted By JeffS
Thank you for the information. I am always...

Thank you for the information. I am always grateful of the depth of knowlege so freely shared here. It is a lot of fun to post pieces and to see what fascinating history, hidden details, and even...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 20th April 2023, 10:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 30,739
Posted By JeffS
Large Bali or Lombok keris for comment

I purchased this large keris from Artzi, not yet arrived. The gerantiman hilt with grip checkering and long 52cm heavy blade seems to be intended for saber grip providing some slashing capacity...
Forum: Swap Forum 9th April 2023, 05:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 5,106
Posted By JeffS
Looking for Toraja sumara sword

Hello. Looking for Toraja sumara if any one wants to part with theirs (intact w/scabbard).
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th March 2023, 10:00 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 148,457
Posted By JeffS
Another to add, similar opi to examples in post...

Another to add, similar opi to examples in post #55. This blade had deep rust and very corroded, it took a lot of work to remove. Quite the surprise to find the markings. The 1741 date can be read on...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 27th March 2023, 12:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 24,264
Posted By JeffS
Thank you. Any thoughts on where it is from?

Thank you. Any thoughts on where it is from?
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th March 2023, 02:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 24,264
Posted By JeffS
No worries, happy to share my thinkimg. I thought...

No worries, happy to share my thinkimg. I thought the price was quite reasonable for a dealer (€250) and I have been getting more interested in colonial influenced SE Asian sword styles which, up to...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th March 2023, 12:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 24,264
Posted By JeffS
Yes, seems to be a grab bag term, also this is...

Yes, seems to be a grab bag term, also this is unlikely to be from 16th C! I imagine the D-guard could be colonial influence of Dutch maybe even Spanish or English unless the guard style necessarily...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 26th March 2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 24,264
Posted By JeffS
Indonesian sword ID request

I haven't found a parang on the forum with a hilt and guard like this, so putting up for identification. Photos are from the seller (I have purchased it). Blade is 52cm.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 23rd March 2023, 12:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 16,900
Posted By JeffS
Someone off-forum suggested it is likely Pampanga.

Someone off-forum suggested it is likely Pampanga.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 22nd March 2023, 11:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 16,900
Posted By JeffS
Detail on peen and reverse of scabbard.

Detail on peen and reverse of scabbard.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 22nd March 2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 24,738
Posted By JeffS
Interesting. I've also noted that Sumatran spears...

Interesting. I've also noted that Sumatran spears sometimes have a similar collar as well.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 22nd March 2023, 04:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 24,738
Posted By JeffS
I was assuming all the cracks were cold shuts,...

I was assuming all the cracks were cold shuts, but the area you point out is cracked on both sides and the profile slightly distorted at that location. Thank you for pointing that out.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 22nd March 2023, 01:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 16,900
Posted By JeffS
Luzon bolo

Here is one I'm hoping to learn more about. Unfortunately, it had been badly mauled by a grinder but I managed to polish it out. Reviewing posts here the best I could come up with is central Luzon...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 20th March 2023, 05:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 24,738
Posted By JeffS
Interesting. Would that limit origin...

Interesting. Would that limit origin geographically? We don't often discuss mounted combat in SE Asia
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 19th March 2023, 05:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 24,738
Posted By JeffS
Spear ID

Anyone recognize this style? 39.5 cm OAL. Heavy duty tang.
Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania 18th March 2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 37,274
Posted By JeffS
I've seen that profile used for large game...

I've seen that profile used for large game skinning knives...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 15th March 2023, 11:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 17,554
Posted By JeffS
A beast indeed. I have this beefy pinahig at...

A beast indeed. I have this beefy pinahig at 20.5", however it has a more typical pinahig profile.
Forum: European Armoury 15th March 2023, 04:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 219,746
Posted By JeffS
Very handy! Thank you.

Very handy! Thank you.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 14th March 2023, 09:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 14,701
Posted By JeffS
Thank you, I will give it a try. After many hours...

Thank you, I will give it a try. After many hours of polishing, an hour brushing doesn't sound so bad. Dunking when you can't remove the blade presents a lot of challenges, great to have an...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 14th March 2023, 09:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 14,701
Posted By JeffS
Very helpful detail, though I was hoping Kino...

Very helpful detail, though I was hoping Kino would share his vinegar brush-on process.
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 14th March 2023, 01:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 14,701
Posted By JeffS
Could you share your process? When I've tried...

Could you share your process? When I've tried this it evaporates very quickly and unevenly.
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