New keris I picked up. I know nothing about them. Help!

[mercierarmory]

I truly appreciate everyone's comments. While i have acquired a few Filipino blades and edged weapons from that part of the world over the years, this is my first Keris and if I intend to keep it, I want it to be considered a higher quality piece, much like the other swords in my collection.

When I first saw the blade, I knew it looked to be better than ones I have handled in the past. But still, this is unfamiliar territory for me and the education provided from all your comments really helps. For that, I thank you.

Mike

[Rick]

Originally Posted by mercierarmory

I truly appreciate everyone's comments. While i have acquired a few Filipino blades and edged weapons from that part of the world over the years, this is my first Keris and if I intend to keep it, I want it to be considered a higher quality piece, much like the other swords in my collection.

When I first saw the blade, I knew it looked to be better than ones I have handled in the past. But still, this is unfamiliar territory for me and the education provided from all your comments really helps. For that, I thank you.

Mike

Well, I'd describe the blade as 'fair' quality; the dress, not so much .

[David]

Originally Posted by Rick

Well, I'd describe the blade as 'fair' quality; the dress, not so much .

I think i would agree with that. Keep in mind that there are all quality levels of keris. This is hardly a keraton piece. Really high quality keris can bring a rather high price tag. I think your blade is fairly well made and has a certain elegance to it, but it is not high end work. Ditto again what Rick and other have said of the dress. The blade seems nicer than the furniture.

[Rick]

It appears to me that the set of the luks is not quite on; still, this blade has much charm .