Orientation of the grip of this keris

[Jussi M.]

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.

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.

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.