Wedong Seems Unlikely
Hi SidJ,
AFAIK, wedong serve a ceremonial purpose and, in the case of those worn in the kraton, are deliberately fashioned to be unsuitable as a weapon. The false edge on your blade would seem to defeat that design. I could be wrong but, given the size and shape of the integral blade bolster, I suspect that the hilt isn't original to the blade. The bolster looks like something found on a bade bade. All of the above notwithstanding, it is a very nice piece. It will be interesting to see what others have to say.
Sincerely,
RobT
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