It has been a long day but I wanted to thank everyone for all the information and photos that you have shared with me so far. The tombak arrived today and after a wipe down with WD40 and scrubbing with a wash cloth I have taken the following photos. Please excuse the poor quality as I was rushed with the rain about to start. As can now be easily seen the methuk is indeed a separate piece from the rest of the blade and tang. I am not sure, but the white material between the methuk and the tang appears to be either thin cloth, some form of adhesive or possibly paper. To get a better idea of what this could be I will take a better look at it tomorrow with the help of a magnifying glass. As bed is calling and I must answer, I again thank everyone for responding to my questions.
Best,
Robert
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