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Old 13th February 2011, 07:05 PM   #1
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Default Massive Javan Golok Pandjang: Info needed!

Hi all, feeding my obcession for laminated blades I have rashly purchased this sword, which is totally outside of my comfort zone (LOL, the sword and spending money!).
Anyway, I've seen similar small knives/swords with clearly laminated blades like a Keris. This one though is just freaking huge!
The overall length is 102cm/40"

I'm desperate to know more about it, so Can't wait for daylight pictures!
Can anyone tell me anything?

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Old 13th February 2011, 07:49 PM   #2
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I have the feeling it is Javanese. Soenda area?
But it's just a feeling considering the handle and the scabbard..
The blade however is different!?!

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I have the feeling it is Javanese. Soenda area?
But it's just a feeling considering the handle and the scabbard..
The blade however is different!?!

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Maurice

Thank you my friend.
I know nothing about these, but having been caught by the 'steel bug' I now crave pattern welded blades
Have you ever seen one this big?
Any information would be gladly received.

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Old 13th February 2011, 08:58 PM   #4
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Hullo Gene,

I would call it: Golok Soenda Pandjang Sintoeng Perah Pingping Hajam; or simply: Golok Pandjang Sintoeng

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Hullo Gene,

I would call it: Golok Soenda Pandjang Sintoeng Perah Pingping Hajam; or simply: Golok Pandjang Sintoeng

Best,

Thanks, that's great

Are they unusual this size?

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Hullo Gene,

I would call it: Golok Soenda Pandjang Sintoeng Perah Pingping Hajam; or simply: Golok Pandjang Sintoeng

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I don't suppose you could elaborate a little on what those terms mean could you?
These really aren't my usual area.
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[QUOTE=Atlantia] I don't suppose you could elaborate a little on what those terms mean could you?
These really aren't my usual area.
Thank you
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"Pingping" means it is an expensive sword!

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I have the same thoughts like Maurice, handle and scabbard look West Java. sorry, can't add more.

Seems like Amuk Murugul give the answer!

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I have the same thoughts like Maurice, handle and scabbard look West Java. sorry, can't add more.

Seems like Amuk Murugul give the answer!

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Detlef

Thanks Detlef

More the merrier, so it's Java?
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