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Old 22nd November 2008, 09:02 AM   #21
Jussi M.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by A. G. Maisey
The length of the blade on the keris I have posted a photo of is 11.5 inches.

The other keris in my possession that had a reverse grip has a blade that is a fraction shorter than this.
Quote:
Originally Posted by A. G. Maisey
In the case of "correct" orientation of a keris to be used as weapon, that "correctness" would reflect the personal preferences of the user.
Quote:
Originally Posted by David
(...) the exact postion will depend on what is most comfortable in your hand (...)
Maybe there is a very simple explanation to all this? Reverse hilt = reverse grip?





Please do note: both pics are hotlinked to websites which hold rights for these pictures.

Thanks,

J.

Last edited by Jussi M.; 22nd November 2008 at 09:16 AM.
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