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hideyoshi · 9th March 2010, 08:54 PM

A few moro krises do have this unique designs 18th-19th C. It covers the entire top portion of the guard. This more likely to be seen on metal handled krises (brass, copper, silver and even in low grade gold are often used) Some are also ingraved to match the handle. I think this is added to beautify the look of the sword. Here's an example.

9th March 2010, 08:54 PM	#19
hideyoshi Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 58	A few moro krises do have this unique designs 18th-19th C. It covers the entire top portion of the guard. This more likely to be seen on metal handled krises (brass, copper, silver and even in low grade gold are often used) Some are also ingraved to match the handle. I think this is added to beautify the look of the sword. Here's an example. Attached Images Last edited by hideyoshi; 9th March 2010 at 09:32 PM.