Meet my new Keris

[vinny]

Salam kepada Boedhi Adhitya

Thankyou for your very imformative post. I looked for tikel alis but I could not see it. The only relief present on the Ricikan is the part where finger and thumb squeeze it on either side. I notice on the ricikan a nice part of the pamor which seems to suggest that it was meant to look like an object falling into water creating a splash, or "plop". Unfortunately it is not visible on my earlier photos. I may attempt to photograph this later.

I think the ganja is original, but without pamor, maybe for effect? It could be a later addition, but if it is, it has been made very well as it is perfect fit and follows the lines and contours exactly. The ganja appears to be made from many layers when you examine closely.

My overall impression is that everything seems to be good workmanship, with nice details.

You have increased my knowledge of this Keris many times over, I appreciate the fact you have taken the time. Terima kasih.

Recommend Fuji S7000 digital SLR - its the cheapest digital SLR available. I take pictures at 3M pixels, but it can do upt to 6M true pixels, and 12M interpolated. A good, if not cumbersome camera.

Thanks to everyone else who has shared their knowledge and pictures.

Regards
Vinny