Borneo(?) Parang

russel · 3rd November 2016, 10:30 AM

Hello All,

Some time ago I was fortunate enough to secure this rather nice Parang which I am confident originates from Borneo. My assumption is based mainly on the carvings, which are very similar to those illustrated by Banks (Sea Dayak Carving). I am, of course, no expert and am happy to entertain another origin if sufficient evidence can be provided.

The only other similar example I have been able to find on the forum is this one:

http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...y+type+panabas

In that thread there was some discussion of these being a Moro weapon/tool, which doesn't sit well with my (albeit limited) knowledge. I would greatly appreciate forum members' thoughts.

Details:
Overall length = 63.5 cm
Blade length = 45 cm
Blade thickness = 7 mm (at ferrule)

Cheers, Russel

russel · 3rd November 2016, 10:32 AM

I should also mention the (yet again) extraordinary work Robert did in bringing this Parang back to life. It was in quite a sorry state when purchased, as usual Robert did an amazing job. Following are a couple of images prior to his efforts.

colin henshaw · 3rd November 2016, 11:16 AM

Not my area really, but I like it - great carving to the sheath.

Sajen · 3rd November 2016, 01:32 PM

Hello Russel,

what a great find! Can't help with a name and know this type of sword also only from the thread you provided.

Great work from Robert as always, how he has repaired the nicks in the edge?

Regards,
Detlef

Battara · 3rd November 2016, 04:26 PM

Not often you see the scabbards for these.

There were and are still Moros on the east and north east of Borneo. This type of ukkil could easily be Moro.

David · 3rd November 2016, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sajen

...how he has repaired the nicks in the edge?

That baffles me a bit as well.

mariusgmioc · 3rd November 2016, 06:04 PM

I'm mechanical engineer but still I cannot fathom how were the repairs to the blade done?!

Wow!

PS: Who is Robert? Is he some kind of magician who can make steel grow back?!

carlos · 3rd November 2016, 06:23 PM

Beautiful sword !!! The engraved sheath is marvellous !!
Maybe the blade has been cut? ?
Best regards
Carlos

3rd November 2016, 10:30 AM	#1
russel Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Tasmania, Australia Posts: 236	Borneo(?) Parang Hello All, Some time ago I was fortunate enough to secure this rather nice Parang which I am confident originates from Borneo. My assumption is based mainly on the carvings, which are very similar to those illustrated by Banks (Sea Dayak Carving). I am, of course, no expert and am happy to entertain another origin if sufficient evidence can be provided. The only other similar example I have been able to find on the forum is this one: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...y+type+panabas In that thread there was some discussion of these being a Moro weapon/tool, which doesn't sit well with my (albeit limited) knowledge. I would greatly appreciate forum members' thoughts. Details: Overall length = 63.5 cm Blade length = 45 cm Blade thickness = 7 mm (at ferrule) Cheers, Russel Attached Images

3rd November 2016, 10:32 AM	#2
russel Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Tasmania, Australia Posts: 236	I should also mention the (yet again) extraordinary work Robert did in bringing this Parang back to life. It was in quite a sorry state when purchased, as usual Robert did an amazing job. Following are a couple of images prior to his efforts. Attached Images Last edited by russel; 3rd November 2016 at 11:35 AM.

3rd November 2016, 11:16 AM	#3
colin henshaw Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1,430	Not my area really, but I like it - great carving to the sheath.

3rd November 2016, 01:32 PM	#4
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,525	Hello Russel, what a great find! Can't help with a name and know this type of sword also only from the thread you provided. Great work from Robert as always, how he has repaired the nicks in the edge? Regards, Detlef

3rd November 2016, 04:26 PM	#5
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,139	Not often you see the scabbards for these. There were and are still Moros on the east and north east of Borneo. This type of ukkil could easily be Moro.

3rd November 2016, 06:04 PM	#7
mariusgmioc Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Austria Posts: 1,875	I'm mechanical engineer but still I cannot fathom how were the repairs to the blade done?! Wow! PS: Who is Robert? Is he some kind of magician who can make steel grow back?!

3rd November 2016, 06:23 PM	#8
carlos Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 731	Beautiful sword !!! The engraved sheath is marvellous !! Maybe the blade has been cut? ? Best regards Carlos