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Old 1st October 2009, 08:03 PM   #1
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Hello ,
someone can lighting me on the origin of this knife.
Length 16' ovl
hilt made with bronze and scabbard is made with wood and bronze
Is it Sassak or Batak or other?.....
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Old 1st October 2009, 08:12 PM   #2
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I would suggest it is Batak from the motifs .
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Old 1st October 2009, 09:01 PM   #3
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Would agree, clearly Batak motif. What material is the handle?

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Old 1st October 2009, 09:47 PM   #4
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The handle is made in sculted massive bronze.
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Old 2nd October 2009, 12:21 AM   #5
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I too vote Batak......
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Old 2nd October 2009, 09:22 PM   #6
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Ok, thanks to all , but this other piece is also Batak?
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