High luk numbered Javanese kerises

David · 16th June 2010, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Jean

In Java, krisses with 15 luk or more are called Kalawija and are made for people with special personal features only.

I was hoping we might get a bit more specific than that.

Jussi M. · 16th June 2010, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David

I was hoping we might get a bit more specific than that.

Well David, why don´t you tell us then?

I would if I could but as I am clueless...

Thanks,

J.

A. G. Maisey · 17th June 2010, 01:14 AM

I have heard a number of ideas in respect of the number of luk in a Javanese blade, however, everything that I have heard falls into the category of personal and unsupported "good ideas", I cannot even call these ideas "theories".

I have not encountered anything in respect of luk numbers that I would consider to be authoratative, with the exception of the well known "more than 13" belief.This includes verbal information and information in print.

There is a theory under development that may eventually give an acceptable and believable explanation for luk numbers, however this is not yet ready for discussion.

17th June 2010, 01:14 AM	#3
A. G. Maisey Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 6,992	I have heard a number of ideas in respect of the number of luk in a Javanese blade, however, everything that I have heard falls into the category of personal and unsupported "good ideas", I cannot even call these ideas "theories". I have not encountered anything in respect of luk numbers that I would consider to be authoratative, with the exception of the well known "more than 13" belief.This includes verbal information and information in print. There is a theory under development that may eventually give an acceptable and believable explanation for luk numbers, however this is not yet ready for discussion.