By a collector, for collectors

Bjorn · 15th July 2017, 08:36 PM

Good to hear that the book is a valuable contribution, well done, Jean!

I already purchased a copy upon release but haven't read through it yet owing to other commitments.
Once I have some time, I look forward to reading it thoroughly!

ariel · 16th July 2017, 03:42 AM

Even though ( or maybe because of) I am a complete ignoramus about kris, I decided to get this book.
It was just what the doctor ordered: informative, concise, with just enough information to give a novice a decent idea about physical aspects of kris.

I have read enough here about the spiritual importance of this unique weapon.
That I shall leave to the next book. Or the next life. But Jean's book is giving me enough background to begin the journey. This is something I was unable to find in other books and gives me an opportunity to learn. The rest is up to me.

Jean, many thanks for sharing your knowledge, experience and wisdom. It is said that one should be in eternal debt to a person who taught him even a single letter. You have done much, much more than that, and not only for this newbie, but for a lot of people.
Congratulations with a job well done!
And, again, thank you !

Rick · 21st July 2017, 04:54 PM

Your book has arrived safely.
I would PM you this news but your inbox is full.

mariusgmioc · 21st July 2017, 07:05 PM

I got my copy today... signed & numbered.

But as soon as I opened it, I noticed it has a major flaw: it comes in only 100 copies!

I had high expectations from this book... and they all were exceeded!

From my perspective, Jean's book is the best book on the Keris I have seen so far and definitely the best one I have (and I have quite a few).

It is precise, clearly explained, richly illustrated and very practically structured. Because of its clear and well defined structure, the information in it is very easily accessible, turnig the book into a very useful and practical tool for any collector. In other words, it is exactly the book that many collectors were waiting for, as Alan mentioned in his posting.

Thank you Jean!

PS: I however believe that this book should be made available to many more than 100 lucky collectors.

S.Workman · 25th July 2017, 12:23 PM

Has anyone seen both this new volume and Mr Greffioz' other book The Kris, A Passion from Indonesia? Anything duplicated, or is the new volume all new entries? I am trying to determine if I ought to buy both.

Marcokeris · 25th July 2017, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by S.Workman

Has anyone seen both this new volume and Mr Greffioz' other book The Kris, A Passion from Indonesia? Anything duplicated, or is the new volume all new entries? I am trying to determine if I ought to buy both.

The new book is much more detailed about an impressive collection and it is full of informations about blades's age, dapur, pamor, sarong, pendok ... ... All with accurate precision

S.Workman · 25th July 2017, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Marcokeris

The new book is much more detailed about an impressive collection and it is full of informations about blades's age, dapur, pamor, sarong, pendok ... ... All with accurate precision

OK, thanks very much. For money reasons, it's good to know. I ordered a copy, and it may be the last one available so I guess I scooted on under the wire!

21st July 2017, 04:54 PM	#3
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,336	Jean Your book has arrived safely. I would PM you this news but your inbox is full.

21st July 2017, 07:05 PM	#4
mariusgmioc Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Austria Posts: 1,906	major flaw of this book I got my copy today... signed & numbered. But as soon as I opened it, I noticed it has a major flaw: it comes in only 100 copies! I had high expectations from this book... and they all were exceeded! From my perspective, Jean's book is the best book on the Keris I have seen so far and definitely the best one I have (and I have quite a few). It is precise, clearly explained, richly illustrated and very practically structured. Because of its clear and well defined structure, the information in it is very easily accessible, turnig the book into a very useful and practical tool for any collector. In other words, it is exactly the book that many collectors were waiting for, as Alan mentioned in his posting. Thank you Jean! PS: I however believe that this book should be made available to many more than 100 lucky collectors.

15th July 2017, 08:36 PM	#1
Bjorn Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Netherlands Posts: 188	Good to hear that the book is a valuable contribution, well done, Jean! I already purchased a copy upon release but haven't read through it yet owing to other commitments. Once I have some time, I look forward to reading it thoroughly!

16th July 2017, 03:42 AM	#2
ariel Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 5,503	Even though ( or maybe because of) I am a complete ignoramus about kris, I decided to get this book. It was just what the doctor ordered: informative, concise, with just enough information to give a novice a decent idea about physical aspects of kris. I have read enough here about the spiritual importance of this unique weapon. That I shall leave to the next book. Or the next life. But Jean's book is giving me enough background to begin the journey. This is something I was unable to find in other books and gives me an opportunity to learn. The rest is up to me. Jean, many thanks for sharing your knowledge, experience and wisdom. It is said that one should be in eternal debt to a person who taught him even a single letter. You have done much, much more than that, and not only for this newbie, but for a lot of people. Congratulations with a job well done! And, again, thank you !

25th July 2017, 12:23 PM	#5
S.Workman Member Join Date: May 2014 Posts: 116	Has anyone seen both this new volume and Mr Greffioz' other book The Kris, A Passion from Indonesia? Anything duplicated, or is the new volume all new entries? I am trying to determine if I ought to buy both.