Unusual grip solution on a klewang

[tom hyle]

Also, there is a close resemblance to some Philipino (Batangas?) espadas that have an actual ring for the forefinger.

[tom hyle]

Originally Posted by tom hyle

Also, there is a close resemblance to some Philipino (Batangas?) espadas that have an actual ring for the forefinger.

I say "also" because I had provided a list of resemblances, which I did not know was lost in the works or something; my posts are delayed, so I don't know if they've gone through properly etc. until "later"......
Primarily I feel it resembles the feature on a pinegas (Luzon highlander head hunting axe) that I call the "finger" the projection which gives fine control over those round often tapered handles.
But there are many other similar features on the world's weapons.
Coming instantly to mind are pas d'an on European swords and the pinky-pull indention on Turkish knives (etc. to include tulwar).