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Originally Posted by Sajen
Hello Ganja,
is my information incorrect that this handles are typical for Bugis Riau-Lingga?
Best regards,
sajen
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I've seen this hilt form in kerisses from Johor-Riau-Lingga and also Sumbawa pieces, although there are slight variations in between.. In this example, it looks much similar to the Sumbawa form..
Btw, I have a few Bugis hilts with the 'dent' as well. Interesting question..