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Old 18th May 2006, 06:45 PM   #1
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Originally Posted by A. G. Maisey
the metuk---this will be found to be mechanically attached, not forged as one with the blade--- the metuk could possibly fit a couple of classifications, but it seems to combine characteristics from at least two different classifications, possibly three. It might be Javanese, but without it in my hand, I`m not prepared to say. Look, this is not a top level, court quality tombak:- its a nice old fairly middle of the road example.
I hate busting in the middle here....

Can anyone explain if the metuk being attached or forged as one piece has anything to do with the age or quality of the tombak? Thanks.
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Old 18th May 2006, 07:40 PM   #2
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Good job Tim!!

The staining can be preserved by oiling the blade. It will hold for years when you oil the blade from time to time.
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