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Originally Posted by David
Actually, i believe that what is by his side and also on the wall are larger 20th century punals or gungongs. This is pretty clear from the hilt and sheath style. I think you need to learn how to distinguish your Moro weaponry better. 
There is one over sized keris (especially on the dress side) on that wall. Over-sized, very showy dress is common for these ritual regalia kris.
Can you tell me, have you read any of the reference books on Federico's list?  |
as i said, maranao kris used as a regalia is shorter, so length should not be used in dating.
I saw maranao krises like that in Marawi. There are still smiths today in lanao who make short krises with that kind of handle.