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Originally Posted by kai
Hello Henk,
Thanks for sharing this - I have a sweet spot or odd pieces!
Is there any hint that the blade may be European?
The base resembles Indian swords and it may be an attempt to integrate a foreign blade into a Moro kris rather than being a repair...
The pommel is also unusual (or rather unique AFAIK).
Despite the patina and based on workmanship, I'm inclined to believe that this piece represents a later attempt (turn of the 19th century?) rather than an older style.
Regards,
Kai
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Kai,
My pleasure to share it with you all.
There is no hint that the blade might be European. It has no marks or anything else that could be identified. If such a mark was present i certainly would have made a picture of it.
The blade fits the base with tang like a blade fits into its scabbard. It could be a repair or using, as suggested a foreign blade into a Moro kris.
But, to be honest, i haven't the slightest idea about it. I hope to get some more information from our knowledgeable forummembers.
As mentioned both edges are still rather sharp. Holding it in my hands i'm convinced it is in battle a nasty weapon.