ART IN FORGED STEEL: A Yakan Moro Twistcore Barong/Barung

CharlesS · 5th June 2022, 05:44 PM

This elegant Yakan Moro barong exhibits a lovely blade forged from panels of twistcore steel that essentially make up the entire blade. It creates an amazing effect and is one of the finest examples of twistcore...on anything...I have seen. As has been pointed out before, I believe we should especially respect the craftsmanship of this blade remembering the conditions under which it was forged.

The hilt is from wood with a small silver ferrule and an accompanying horn ferrule typical to Yakan Moro work. The pommel is carved horn.

The new scabbard was created by Philip Tom based on three historical examples, and painstaking attention to detail. I finished it with the rattan.

Dimensions:
Overall length: Just under 22in./56cm.
Blade: 13in./33cm.
Width at the blade's widest point: just under 3in./7.2cm.

Gustav · 5th June 2022, 06:10 PM

Fantastic indeed! Remarcably well controlled twisted bars while twisting and forging, nearly impeccable pattern as final product.

Congratulations!

kino · 5th June 2022, 06:44 PM

One of the best so far in my opinion. I agree with the craftsmanship relating to the era and conditions.
Some might say that it’s hails from N.Borneo.
How thick is the spine nearest the hilt?
We think we’ve seen it all until a different one pops out of the woodwork.
Thanks for sharing.

Sajen · 5th June 2022, 07:41 PM

Wow, fantastic indeed!

David · 6th June 2022, 07:06 PM

That thing is scary good!

CharlesS · 7th June 2022, 01:21 AM

Gentlemen,
Thank you all for your very kind words. This is a very special piece for me and I feel very fortunate to have it. Thanks again for your input and insights.

5th June 2022, 05:44 PM	#1
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,857	ART IN FORGED STEEL: A Yakan Moro Twistcore Barong/Barung This elegant Yakan Moro barong exhibits a lovely blade forged from panels of twistcore steel that essentially make up the entire blade. It creates an amazing effect and is one of the finest examples of twistcore...on anything...I have seen. As has been pointed out before, I believe we should especially respect the craftsmanship of this blade remembering the conditions under which it was forged. The hilt is from wood with a small silver ferrule and an accompanying horn ferrule typical to Yakan Moro work. The pommel is carved horn. The new scabbard was created by Philip Tom based on three historical examples, and painstaking attention to detail. I finished it with the rattan. Dimensions: Overall length: Just under 22in./56cm. Blade: 13in./33cm. Width at the blade's widest point: just under 3in./7.2cm. Attached Images

5th June 2022, 06:10 PM	#2
Gustav Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,249	Fantastic indeed! Remarcably well controlled twisted bars while twisting and forging, nearly impeccable pattern as final product. Congratulations!

5th June 2022, 06:44 PM	#3
kino Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,002	One of the best so far in my opinion. I agree with the craftsmanship relating to the era and conditions. Some might say that it’s hails from N.Borneo. How thick is the spine nearest the hilt? We think we’ve seen it all until a different one pops out of the woodwork. Thanks for sharing.

5th June 2022, 07:41 PM	#4
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,781	Wow, fantastic indeed!

6th June 2022, 07:06 PM	#5
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,124	That thing is scary good!

7th June 2022, 01:21 AM	#6
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,857	Gentlemen, Thank you all for your very kind words. This is a very special piece for me and I feel very fortunate to have it. Thanks again for your input and insights.