Talismanic or just randomly placed copper dots

[Tim Simmons]

Breaking rebel or other named fighters weapons like this would seem unique to the PI. I cannot say I have seen such actions by British empire captured insurgents weapons. Barongs do not seem to be damaged? or other sword like weapons.

[Rick]

Originally Posted by Tim Simmons

Breaking rebel or other named fighters weapons like this would seem unique to the PI. I cannot say I have seen such actions by British empire captured insurgents weapons. Barongs do not seem to be damaged? or other sword like weapons.

Much of the fighting was done by small groups of Constabulary men on foot patrols that were often quite long .
What to do with the weapons ?

Perhaps there was a psychological motive too; destroying a mans kris, his pride perhaps ?
So .
The kris is fitted with a new tang along with some talismanic symbols to protect its new integrity .

[Tim Simmons]

Rick, the last thing I want is to discuss antique counter insurgency warfare. Saying that and you mentioned foot patrols first, what about the Naga campains. On foot and largely ignored at the time. Very brave people. All this does not help the with phenomenon we see with the hilt repiar syndrome.

[Rick]

Aren't we trying to figure out why it was done ?

I'm not particularly interested in discussing said subject either .
Most of these krisses came out of The Morolands during that time in history .

I am not familiar with the Naga Campaigns Tim .