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			Hello friends, 
 
Thanks for the inputs. 
 
As for that 'tape wrapping' - my father did ask the same question to a previously-purchased kris owner from a Philippine Constabulary general who had it as a war trophy. 
 
The tape- serves as a rain/water repellent when the barung is carried during the rainy days. 
 
  
Saludos, 
 
Yves
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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