Two sikin panjang enter my collection

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Originally Posted by Marc M.

Oal 72.5 cm, laminated blade, horn handle with a large dry crack. Should I do anything to keep the crack from getting bigger?

Hi Marc,

To find a sikin panjang without a cracked handle is nearly impossible. I have four in my possession and all four have an age crack, small ones and bigger ones. all four handles are stable to the blade.
Just oil the handle from time to time with for example linseed oil.

Regards,
Detlef