Massive possible Sumatran Klewang? Info needed!

Maurice · 13th February 2011, 10:56 PM

[QUOTE=Atlantia]

I don't suppose you could elaborate a little on what those terms mean could you?
These really aren't my usual area.
Thank you
Gene[/QUOTE

"Pingping" means it is an expensive sword!

CharlesS · 14th February 2011, 12:00 AM

I tend to agree with Maurice as well for exactly the same reasons(as his).

asomotif · 14th February 2011, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Maurice

"Pingping" means it is an expensive sword!

Yep. exactly my thought too.

And this is indeed exceptionally long for such a sword.

Atlantia · 14th February 2011, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by asomotif

Yep. exactly my thought too.

And this is indeed exceptionally long for such a sword.

I'll clean it up a bit and take some clear pictures in the daylight tomorrow.
I've never seen a blade of this type anywhere near this length before.
It must have been a hell of a job making it.

It would be safe to assume that I know almost nothing about these weapons.
So if anyone can tell me anything at all I'd be extremely greatful.
Stone says of 'golok' that they range in size up to about 2' and this sword of mine is over 3'.

Also this specific shape is unfamiliar to me. Despite my lack of knowledge, I do of course see weapons from this region regularly, and I've never seen one like this. I doubt it's rare, just outside of my experience.

So please feel free to educate me everyone

Best
Gene

Atlantia · 14th February 2011, 10:06 PM

[QUOTE=Maurice]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atlantia

I don't suppose you could elaborate a little on what those terms mean could you?
These really aren't my usual area.
Thank you
Gene[/QUOTE

"Pingping" means it is an expensive sword!

LOL, like: 'Ker-Ching' and 'Bling-Bling'?

Thanks buddy, an expensive sword is good news as I took a risk on it.

Maurice · 15th February 2011, 08:18 AM

[QUOTE=Atlantia]

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Originally Posted by Maurice

LOL, like: 'Ker-Ching' and 'Bling-Bling'?
Thanks buddy, an expensive sword is good news as I took a risk on it.

Yes Gene, like "blingbling" and "kerching", we now also have "pingping".. :-)

I looked at my database this morning to find you this image. I knew I had it somewhere but couldn't find it so soon, but finaly here it is!

This image are weapons of the regent of Bandung, and is made before 1880!
Look at the left sword. That one is also huge as I can see. Maybe nice to have restored the tip of the scabbard as it used to be?

Kind Regards,
Maurice

Gavin Nugent · 15th February 2011, 01:29 PM

Great piece you've got there Gene, very nice.

Maurice, your access to these old collection images never ceases to amaze me...interesting to note the Kilij in there too...

Gav

Maurice · 15th February 2011, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by freebooter

Maurice, your access to these old collection images never ceases to amaze me...interesting to note the Kilij in there too...

Gav

Gav, it's not the access, but finding it again on my computer after copying it..

Maurice

Atlantia · 15th February 2011, 05:48 PM

Gav, Thanks mate

Maurice,
Great picture, excellent find, thank you.
I would love to restore it completely. There are some scratches on the blade and it could do with a proper polish and etch. Is there something missing from the hilt also?

It has the feel of a large cavalry sword or hand-and-a-half sword. Anyone know what these large swords were intended for?

Here are some daylight pictures:

Maurice · 15th February 2011, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Atlantia

Is there something missing from the hilt also?

Maybe it was a kind of ferrule as the one Hans had in discussion on the forum:
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=9780

15th February 2011, 01:29 PM	#7
Gavin Nugent Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,818	Nice Great piece you've got there Gene, very nice. Maurice, your access to these old collection images never ceases to amaze me...interesting to note the Kilij in there too... Gav

13th February 2011, 10:56 PM	#1
Maurice Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,456	[QUOTE=Atlantia] I don't suppose you could elaborate a little on what those terms mean could you? These really aren't my usual area. Thank you Gene[/QUOTE "Pingping" means it is an expensive sword!

14th February 2011, 12:00 AM	#2
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,854	I tend to agree with Maurice as well for exactly the same reasons(as his).

15th February 2011, 05:48 PM	#9
Atlantia Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The Sharp end Posts: 2,928	Gav, Thanks mate Maurice, Great picture, excellent find, thank you. I would love to restore it completely. There are some scratches on the blade and it could do with a proper polish and etch. Is there something missing from the hilt also? It has the feel of a large cavalry sword or hand-and-a-half sword. Anyone know what these large swords were intended for? Here are some daylight pictures: