Twist Core "18th Century" Moro Kris/Kalis

Battara · 20th May 2017, 01:15 AM

I agree with Spunger. I usually see this type of "feathered" twist core indicative of earlier kris. The technique seems to have been lost by the time of the early 20th century.

Also I would be cautious about the angle of the end of the ganga - I have seen older forms with that type of ganga before.

In any case, I too love this type of twist core and it will probably pop out after a good etch. Please post after etching pictures.

20th May 2017, 01:15 AM	#6
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,363	I agree with Spunger. I usually see this type of "feathered" twist core indicative of earlier kris. The technique seems to have been lost by the time of the early 20th century. Also I would be cautious about the angle of the end of the ganga - I have seen older forms with that type of ganga before. In any case, I too love this type of twist core and it will probably pop out after a good etch. Please post after etching pictures.