Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
12th February 2020, 06:29 AM
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
12th February 2020, 12:20 AM
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Replies: 38
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
11th February 2020, 05:29 AM
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Replies: 38
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Hi
I will try to take photos later. I...
Hi
I will try to take photos later. I notixed the baca baca or rather asang asang has some green spots and likely made of another metal than blade. Do you know what material it is likely to be? I...
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
11th February 2020, 04:23 AM
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Replies: 38
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
9th February 2020, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 40,487
Hi Jagabuwana,
I was curious to know the...
Hi Jagabuwana,
I was curious to know the reason for applying fragrant oil after applying WD40? Is it just for aromatic reasons?
I chose to buy Pure Mineral Oil. Would it be good idea to apply...
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
9th February 2020, 04:25 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 40,487
Thanks for the advice. I won't tinker with the...
Thanks for the advice. I won't tinker with the keris in Madura dress until I gain more experience.
I did notice while doing repeated cleaning and bathing of the rusted keris that there is some...
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
8th February 2020, 12:31 AM
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Replies: 38
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Hi Kai,
I was thinking of trying to submerge...
Hi Kai,
I was thinking of trying to submerge the blade alone in a vertical container of vinegar. Of course I would wrap the hilt and try not to get any on it in the process.
I am cleaning a...
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
7th February 2020, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 40,487
Hi all!
The vinegar solution is doing...
Hi all!
The vinegar solution is doing wonders to the keris! Thank you so much. The rust is almost completely gone. :)
I wanted to know after I have finished its last bath and applied baking...
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
6th February 2020, 12:20 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 40,487
Hello!
I bought regular vinegar jug at...
Hello!
I bought regular vinegar jug at store. It says "diluted with water to 5% acidity"
How many cups should I add and how much vinegar should I pour afterwards for this bath for the rusted...
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
28th January 2020, 05:23 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 40,487
Hello, thank you so much for this wealth of...
Hello, thank you so much for this wealth of information!
I am interested to know are there specific dish detergents recommended to use or avoid such as citric scent because of acidic properties? ...
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
26th January 2020, 11:11 PM
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Replies: 3
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
26th January 2020, 02:45 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 7,815
Kampilan with red cord
Hi, Can anyone provide insight on this kampilan? What is the significance of the red cord and is there anything of interest about this blade? Thanks!
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
22nd January 2020, 09:32 PM
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Replies: 38
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Hi Kai & Ian,
Thank you for your comments....
Hi Kai & Ian,
Thank you for your comments. Can you both reference a tutorial how to clean rust and general cleaning for Moro kris? Unfortunately, I am a beginner collector and don't have much...
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
22nd January 2020, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 1
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Small intricately carved Talibon
Hi, can anyone tell me more about this nicely carved talibong? The scabbard looks really interesting as well. I think there is a leather strap and a butterfly carving on the other side. Thanks!
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
19th January 2020, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 40,487
3 worn out keris
Hi
Looking for some opinions on these 3 keris. Are they old timers who've seen better days? Also, curious to learn some basic rust cleaning & general cleaning techniques if anyone would care to...
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
19th January 2020, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 22,786
New Moro kris
Hi, can anyone share opinions & possible origins about this moro kris based on its style and form?
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
21st November 2019, 01:02 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 7,080
Keris with "chevron" shape pamor
Hello,
Any thoughts, more information on this keris? It has a chevron shape pamor. That is how I would describe it anyway. Thanks again :)
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
21st November 2019, 12:48 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 7,151
Hello David,
Thank you for the insight! Do...
Hello David,
Thank you for the insight! Do you have or does there exist anywhere on this forum a general guideline on how to remove rust and basics on how to clean a keris? I have never engaged in...
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Forum: Keris Warung Kopi
9th November 2019, 03:47 AM
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Replies: 5
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Gold and rusty kerises
Hello! I hope everyone is doing well! Can anyone tell me about these two keris? One is gilt in gold and the other is quite rusty hence the title, lol. Thank you very much
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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania
12th March 2018, 11:30 PM
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Replies: 2
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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons
21st October 2017, 06:59 AM
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Replies: 2
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A new barong
Greetings!
I just got this piece. I was wondering if anyone can tell me more about its age and style? Also what are the black marks possibly?
Thanks,
Apolaki
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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania
27th September 2017, 10:05 PM
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Replies: 5
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A pronged wooden weapon?
Does anyone have an idea what this could be? It's quite heavy and looks fierce! Thanks for any leads.
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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania
22nd September 2017, 10:53 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 8,792
I've seen almost identical spoons described as...
I've seen almost identical spoons described as being from Timor island. I also seen similar shaped spoons but with horse motif similar to designs produced by the Batak of Indonesia. Does anyone have...
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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania
22nd September 2017, 02:37 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 8,792
Thank you for the comments! Does anyone have a...
Thank you for the comments! Does anyone have a link or photos to compare? I have been searching for "Thai spoon" but can not find anything that resembles this. Perhaps it is from a minority group of...
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Forum: Ethnographic Miscellania
21st September 2017, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 8,792
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