Newly aquired keris

kisak · 10th November 2008, 11:38 PM

I recently bought this one at an auction. The auction house guessed Borneo, early 20th century (personally I know to little for any guess more specific than "SE Asia"). Needs some cleaning, and it seems that it's taken a blow to the base of the hilt at some point in time (denting the ring, and possible bending the tang slightly out of true), but otherwise it seemed to be in decent shape.

Nice and light, scabbard and blade fits well together, ca 36cm blade, 46.5cm total.

Any comments on origin, recommended care and feeding, or anything else?

10th November 2008, 11:38 PM	#1
kisak Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Stockholm Posts: 182	Newly aquired keris I recently bought this one at an auction. The auction house guessed Borneo, early 20th century (personally I know to little for any guess more specific than "SE Asia"). Needs some cleaning, and it seems that it's taken a blow to the base of the hilt at some point in time (denting the ring, and possible bending the tang slightly out of true), but otherwise it seemed to be in decent shape. Nice and light, scabbard and blade fits well together, ca 36cm blade, 46.5cm total. Any comments on origin, recommended care and feeding, or anything else? Attached Images