Unknown Indonesian sword for comment; Sleeper!

Conogre · 3rd March 2005, 03:50 AM

If you're referring to the one on the first page, the resemblance is only superficial...those are heavier near the hilt and have a rounded, as opposed to sharply angled blade end.
It's been my experience that the blades such as ours are very often older blades that were tribally forged under primitive village jungle conditions, with the "flawless" blades frequently newer and/or forged in or near cities and urban areas.
To me, part of the appeal is the tribal aspect working under conditions that most of us would find impossible.
Mike

3rd March 2005, 03:50 AM	#1
Conogre Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Clearwater, Florida Posts: 371	If you're referring to the one on the first page, the resemblance is only superficial...those are heavier near the hilt and have a rounded, as opposed to sharply angled blade end. It's been my experience that the blades such as ours are very often older blades that were tribally forged under primitive village jungle conditions, with the "flawless" blades frequently newer and/or forged in or near cities and urban areas. To me, part of the appeal is the tribal aspect working under conditions that most of us would find impossible. Mike