Hello Sid,
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The greneng reminds me of Rencong from Aceh. Micheal suggested Minang possibly.
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Yes, this feature might well be based on the Atjeh rencong.
I'd tend to guess at the northern Minang border region or, probably, Mandailing/Angkola (areas heavily affected during the padri wars).
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If Sumatra is this a fighting or utility blade or both? It bears signs of use and the brass inlays and details in construction are interesting suggesting perhaps a step up from a pure agrarian tool?
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Also tools are often embellished; this looks like an everyday carry to me.
Regards,
Kai