Keris Sundang Melayu with twist core

A. G. Maisey · 26th June 2013, 02:35 AM

Yes, twisted manipulation of iron is not unique. In fact, it is one of the basic methods used in times past in a number of places to remove impurities from iron in order to make it fit for use.

However, when we consider these Philippine or Moro blades we have one window in time, and a very limited number of windows in opportunity to transfer skills.

Within the convergence of these two windows the highest probability of source lays with Jawa/Madura. This probability is strengthened by the knowledgeable appraisal of the style and technique of manufacture.

Here we have the difference between possibility and probability:-

anything is possible, only a very limited number of things can ever be probable.

26th June 2013, 02:35 AM	#13
A. G. Maisey Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 6,992	Yes, twisted manipulation of iron is not unique. In fact, it is one of the basic methods used in times past in a number of places to remove impurities from iron in order to make it fit for use. However, when we consider these Philippine or Moro blades we have one window in time, and a very limited number of windows in opportunity to transfer skills. Within the convergence of these two windows the highest probability of source lays with Jawa/Madura. This probability is strengthened by the knowledgeable appraisal of the style and technique of manufacture. Here we have the difference between possibility and probability:- anything is possible, only a very limited number of things can ever be probable.