Talismanic or just randomly placed copper dots

[Spunjer]

Originally Posted by kai

Hello Ron,


I think I remember this repair from a lot of different kris: Sulu, Maguindanao, and Marano; very old (don't remember any archaic pieces though) up to at least 19th c.; small and large kris; etc.


IMHO this type of repair only works if you have a separate gangya (or a similar strong piece of metal) to hold the tang - a regular ferrule won't be strong enough. I believe this is the reason why this repair/feature is only seen with kris.

Regards,
Kai

hi kai,
i've seen this on a sulu blade as well that's why i'm thinking it's more of a style rather than regional.