Balaraw

[tanaruz]

Hi,

Sharing this newly commissioned balaraw/balarao winged dagger. I had this made for my Christmas present to my father.

I've added semi-precious stones on the scabbard (narra wood): black onyx, tiger's eye and cat's eye (for protection, etc).

16.5-inches: over-all length
8-inches: blade

Note: the triple 'TTT' mark on the blade. The bladesmith informed me that having a triple 'TTT" mark is indicative that the balaraw is of the highest quality , hence, collector's piece. (lesser number of T marks is indicative as not of the highest quality). Letter 'T' is the family name of the bladesmith.

Now, the question is: what is the function of the exposed 'tang' ?

Enjoy,

Yves