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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 16th May 2008, 09:04 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 28,032
Posted By PenangsangII
IMO, the iron used is called "besi Malela" that...

IMO, the iron used is called "besi Malela" that originates from beach sand. I dont think the keris is pamored.
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 12th May 2008, 12:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,354
Posted By PenangsangII
I am more leaning towards Peninsula keris kapit...

I am more leaning towards Peninsula keris kapit Anak Alang. Its beyond me however, why the sundang/cockatoo hulu and the asang-asang? :confused:
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 23rd April 2008, 04:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,161
Posted By PenangsangII
The bent pesi is quite normal for most kerises -...

The bent pesi is quite normal for most kerises - I believe it was deliberately forged that way.
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 19th April 2008, 05:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,014
Posted By PenangsangII
I agree that this piece is of North East...

I agree that this piece is of North East Peninsular origin - Trengganu is my best bet (well, Riau is my 2nd bet) :)
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 3rd April 2008, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,983
Posted By PenangsangII
I am sorry Newsteel, I think to be frank with...

I am sorry Newsteel, I think to be frank with you, it's a like AlamShah said, simplified tajung hilt - could be mass produced ;)
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 3rd April 2008, 09:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,046
Posted By PenangsangII
Hello Ray, Try heating the base of the blade...

Hello Ray,

Try heating the base of the blade using candle light 1-2 minutes and gently twist the ferrule and the handle. Normally, even epoxy glue will melt so easily.
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 26th March 2008, 04:17 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,258
Posted By PenangsangII
I think this discussion is referring to the video...

I think this discussion is referring to the video in youtube. The said silat Guru, Mr Azlan Ghanie is still teaching a keris based Silat called Silat Seni Keris Melayu Lok 9, and I happened to be one...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 21st March 2008, 05:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,258
Posted By PenangsangII
According to Malay belief, though not dipped into...

According to Malay belief, though not dipped into poison concoction, a fighting keris made by an empu, has already been imbued with magical properties.including "unseen poison".
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 21st March 2008, 05:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,496
Posted By PenangsangII
I would say these are badik category.

I would say these are badik category.
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 19th March 2008, 03:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,258
Posted By PenangsangII
I have similar points to that of Alan's &...

I have similar points to that of Alan's & David's.

In fact, in a modern home, esp an apartment, keris would be perfect. In the case of SE Asia, Indo / Malay in particular, keris has a...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 18th March 2008, 07:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,258
Posted By PenangsangII
The keris is dipped into poison solution called...

The keris is dipped into poison solution called baceman (snake head pickles mixed with human faeces) just before battle or fight. So, the poison would still be working. In the Peninsula, keris is...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 18th March 2008, 06:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,216
Posted By PenangsangII
Maybe the mendak shouldnt be there, instead...

Maybe the mendak shouldnt be there, instead Palembang style pendokok would be more appropriate.

Due to cultural and trade commercial between Java and Sumatra in the past, it's quite normal to see...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 15th February 2008, 09:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,130
Posted By PenangsangII
Alan, can I use Araldite Metal Epoxy to replace...

Alan, can I use Araldite Metal Epoxy to replace jabung?
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 24th January 2008, 05:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,982
Posted By PenangsangII
Very thoughtful........can the shell fit the...

Very thoughtful........can the shell fit the Ferrari engine? What about the ford's body, can it take such power?
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 22nd January 2008, 04:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,982
Posted By PenangsangII
Maybe modern tourist piece with the "isi" of 5000...

Maybe modern tourist piece with the "isi" of 5000 yrs old :D
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 22nd January 2008, 04:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,585
Posted By PenangsangII
Keris picit is forged mainly to serve as...

Keris picit is forged mainly to serve as talisman, so the end result does not really matter.
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 21st January 2008, 06:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,337
Posted By PenangsangII
I think Palembang dress would be nice :) ...

I think Palembang dress would be nice :)

Well, I believe the way you dress the keris if you are a Nusantaran, depends on where you are going to use it. If you are to attend a function, say, in...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 21st January 2008, 05:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,335
Posted By PenangsangII
Yes, it looks very much Peninsula (northern) or...

Yes, it looks very much Peninsula (northern) or Pattani patrem. Blade looks like pandai saras type, not sure about the pamor though.....
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 21st January 2008, 05:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,585
Posted By PenangsangII
By pinching his or her tumbprint on a red hot...

By pinching his or her tumbprint on a red hot keris blade, the empu is transfering his energy or magical properties onto and into the keris. Similarly, by using his lips (that were used to chant...
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 15th January 2008, 10:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,869
Posted By PenangsangII
Mas Raden, during njamasi period it's normal that...

Mas Raden, during njamasi period it's normal that in order to strengthen the angsar and also in order to treat exactly how the keris was bathed by the original empu, we have to white fast (mutih).
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 15th January 2008, 04:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 15,857
Posted By PenangsangII
Even Lombok's origin cannot be ruled out, I think.

Even Lombok's origin cannot be ruled out, I think.
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 15th January 2008, 03:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 15,857
Posted By PenangsangII
Strange ukiran for a Solo piece, almost like a...

Strange ukiran for a Solo piece, almost like a hybrid of Jawa & Solo :confused:
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 15th January 2008, 02:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,869
Posted By PenangsangII
Kang Mas Raden, most of my friends are doing...

Kang Mas Raden, most of my friends are doing puasa mutih since 1st suro during njamasi period. My turn will be on the 10th :(
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 15th January 2008, 02:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 16,208
Posted By PenangsangII
Very unique gripping technique AlamShah :cool: ...

Very unique gripping technique AlamShah :cool: Normally Bugis Sumatran (Central (I think)hilt style feels so good if held like the one AlamShah showed
Forum: Keris Warung Kopi 15th January 2008, 02:37 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 49,114
Posted By PenangsangII
What's is the difference between "tuah pamor" and...

What's is the difference between "tuah pamor" and "tuah isi". Do these 2 tuahs work concurrently in guarding your self, family & properties?
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