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Originally Posted by Tatyana Dianova
I have bought finally my first Mandau  It has a thick and massive convex/concave blade decorated with brass points and ornaments. I do not know a lot about these fascinating swords – any comments? |
Hi Tatjana,
congrats! what I like in special is that nice ornament on the back of the handle.
a mandau from the Mendalam river area from last half 19 th century most likely.
you recognise them on the use of the "gearwheel"
Arjan.