Keris Singa Barong 1800s

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Originally Posted by A. G. Maisey

It is never, ever a wise practice to deal directly with a Javanese craftsman. The best way for anybody who is an outsider to proceed is to do things in the Javanese way, which is to deal through an agent.

Very very interesting, Indonesian Empus seem to be open-minded to just about anyone who's willing to take on the sledgehammer, awesome!

I appreciate your advice, thank you.

The exoterics are definitely major influences in assessing a Keris however, part of appreciating other culture is to respect their esoterics. That's why I honestly don't have any prejudices on 'tirakat' or 'kejawen' practices.

Now, is Djiwo Dihardjo a genuine Empu then?