Badek or Pedang Lurus

[Maurice]

Originally Posted by freebooter

For conversation and I am sure debate, where does on draw the line between a Badek and a Pedang Lurus?

Hi Gav, I don't know exactly were to draw the line, but I think it has more to do with the shape, as with the length.
I think this handle is typical a badek, so I would call it a badek!
(I also have seen badeks with complete silver scabbards, though normally decorated with nice motifs).

Just my thoughts though!

Best,
Maurice

[Gavin Nugent]

Thanks Maurice,

Despite the piece fully matching Zonneveld's description of a Pedang Lurus it does have a knife feel to it rather than a sword feel, thus there lays the confusions...I look forward to further input.

Gav