Authenticity Of Keris

DAHenkel · 24th January 2005, 10:57 PM

Newly made.

This kind of wear is caused by Hydrochloric Acid. Its too even and the pitting is extremely deep, giving the blade the look of a flint blade. There are a whole lot of these artificially aged bethok/buddha blades being made today. Just browse ebay. You'll find 3 or 4 usually.

The funny thing is, the legitimately old ones usually look to be in better shape than the new ones.

But hey, if it was given to you, whats to worry about?

24th January 2005, 10:57 PM	#4
DAHenkel Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 125	Newly made. This kind of wear is caused by Hydrochloric Acid. Its too even and the pitting is extremely deep, giving the blade the look of a flint blade. There are a whole lot of these artificially aged bethok/buddha blades being made today. Just browse ebay. You'll find 3 or 4 usually. The funny thing is, the legitimately old ones usually look to be in better shape than the new ones. But hey, if it was given to you, whats to worry about?