Indonesian dagger

JeffS · 7th February 2022, 03:35 AM

I recently bought this from Ebay because I really like the hilt and scabbard carving. Even though it does not have the classic pistol grip, I've seen ones likes this called badek and attributed to central Sumatra. Is this correct? Also, I was surprised when it arrived how thin the blade is, despite having fullers. The blade is pamor but is thin and flexible like a steak knife. Is it a real working blade? Photo of spine and Ebay picture:

7th February 2022, 03:35 AM	#1
JeffS Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 343	Indonesian dagger I recently bought this from Ebay because I really like the hilt and scabbard carving. Even though it does not have the classic pistol grip, I've seen ones likes this called badek and attributed to central Sumatra. Is this correct? Also, I was surprised when it arrived how thin the blade is, despite having fullers. The blade is pamor but is thin and flexible like a steak knife. Is it a real working blade? Photo of spine and Ebay picture: Attached Images