Ethnographic Arms & Armour - View Single Post - Balatos -- swords with balls

Bill M · 8th September 2006, 01:52 AM

From the Island of Nias, off the northern coast of Sumatra, Indonesia come these wonderful swords. The ball holds amulets,talismans and special ju-ju for the warrior.

I got the latest one (feautured) from Artzi because I really like the huge handle.

Need to do a little repair work on the ball, but I have some boar tusks and maybe add in some croc and tiger teeth.

I also really like the distinctive shields. Have pictures of the warriors with shields somewhere and will try to find and post them.

Comments?

8th September 2006, 01:52 AM	#1
Bill M Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: USA Georgia Posts: 1,599	Balatos -- swords with balls From the Island of Nias, off the northern coast of Sumatra, Indonesia come these wonderful swords. The ball holds amulets,talismans and special ju-ju for the warrior. I got the latest one (feautured) from Artzi because I really like the huge handle. Need to do a little repair work on the ball, but I have some boar tusks and maybe add in some croc and tiger teeth. I also really like the distinctive shields. Have pictures of the warriors with shields somewhere and will try to find and post them. Comments? Attached Images