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11th December 2012, 12:30 AM | #1 |
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Very nice Palitai for enjoy!
Hello,
only want to save the pictures from this palitai from Mentawai for enjoy and later reference. It was offered some time ago by ebay but wasn't sold. Regards, Detlef |
11th December 2012, 12:56 AM | #2 |
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It has a Smiley Face!
Palitai Gump:-) |
11th December 2012, 01:11 AM | #3 |
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Yes, the friendly knife!
Forget the the measurements: 70 cm complete, handle 26 cm and blade 29 cm. |
11th December 2012, 07:45 AM | #4 |
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I think it is a later "interpretation" based on the blade quality, blade shape, size etc.
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11th December 2012, 12:27 PM | #5 | |
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Quote:
so do you think it is not the "real thing"? Regards, Detlef |
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11th December 2012, 01:09 PM | #6 |
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Hi Detlef,
Again you manage to unearth an unusual and beautiful piece! That is certanly one of the most attractive I've seen! I love the form, the happy face and pot bellied sheath are really nice. A beautiful piece, thank you for sharing! Best Gene |
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