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Old 19th October 2013, 02:31 PM   #1
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Default please id this indonesian sword

can identify you this Indonesian sword

It measures 59cm long blade 44.5 cm
There is no scabbard
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Old 20th October 2013, 12:03 AM   #2
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Default Golok Djoeragan

Hullo everybody!

The design philosophy is Soenda, but it is/was eventually available/made throughout the archipelago.
The example I have posted is that of a Golok Pandjang Djoeragan. The fittings indicate that this one wasn't an 'everyman's' implement.
As to whether yours is a golok or a pedang, it depends on the blade. If the blade is designed primarily for hacking, then it's a golok. If it's primarily designed for slicing, then it's a pedang. Remember that a golok was also used as a 'back-up sword' by the Prboe (warrior) caste in Soenda society.
Given the length of your specimen; if it's a golok, then it's a golok pandjang.
The handle is now referred to by the Soenda as 'tjeker kidang' (deer hoof). Other people may refer to it as tapak koeda, makara, etc.

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