Maranao kris with a different hilt

kai · 13th September 2020, 03:48 AM

Hello Jose,

The base of the blade does look Maranao, doesn't it?

Anyway, a nice, traditional blade; looks like first quarter of the 20th century to me. I agree that some silver inlay does not detract from serious use...

I don't think the hilt is influenced by the Malay horsehoof hilt style. The wood quality, ferrule, and general craftsmanship seem to suggest it being a later replacement.

Regards,
Kai

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13th September 2020, 03:48 AM	#5
kai Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,255	Hello Jose, The base of the blade does look Maranao, doesn't it? Anyway, a nice, traditional blade; looks like first quarter of the 20th century to me. I agree that some silver inlay does not detract from serious use... I don't think the hilt is influenced by the Malay horsehoof hilt style. The wood quality, ferrule, and general craftsmanship seem to suggest it being a later replacement. Regards, Kai