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Originally Posted by Battara
I don't think the other "trunk" was made later, but with all the evidence shown so far I am convinced it is not Moro but Indonesian or Malay. I also agree that it is a shame that it is missing the scabbard.
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Indeed a pity it isn't complete with the scabbard.
But the rule for me is: original scabbard/similar antique scabbard, or no scabbard.
I never missed the scabbard as display on a socket as it is now standing in our livingroom.
The twistcore blade is a better eyecatcher as a wooden scabbard....
Maurice