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Join Date: Feb 2012
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can identify you this Indonesian sword
It measures 59cm long blade 44.5 cm There is no scabbard thank |
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Kaboejoetan Galoenggoeng Mélben
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Hullo everybody!
![]() The design philosophy is Soenda, but it is/was eventually available/made throughout the archipelago. The example I have posted is that of a Golok Pandjang Djoeragan. The fittings indicate that this one wasn't an 'everyman's' implement. As to whether yours is a golok or a pedang, it depends on the blade. If the blade is designed primarily for hacking, then it's a golok. If it's primarily designed for slicing, then it's a pedang. Remember that a golok was also used as a 'back-up sword' by the Prboe (warrior) caste in Soenda society. Given the length of your specimen; if it's a golok, then it's a golok pandjang. The handle is now referred to by the Soenda as 'tjeker kidang' (deer hoof). Other people may refer to it as tapak koeda, makara, etc. Best, |
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