IVORY POMMEL MORO KRIS FOR ID PLEASE

chiefheadknocker · 29th September 2018, 01:49 PM

I have lightly etched the sulu blade , I believe it reveals a twistcore pattern ?

Ian · 29th September 2018, 02:36 PM

Yes, it does show a twist core pattern. Very nice sword and unusual. The notion that it could be a transition sword between the shorter, slimmer versions of the 18th C, and later, broader-bladed kris, seems plausible to me.
Ian

CharlesS · 29th September 2018, 03:09 PM

Good looking twistcore! That one might even be worthy of a professional polish.

chiefheadknocker · 29th September 2018, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ian

Yes, it does show a twist core pattern. Very nice sword and unusual. The notion that it could be a transition sword between the shorter, slimmer versions of the 18th C, and later, broader-bladed kris, seems plausible to me.
Ian

Thanks ian , I thought this must be twist core pattern , before etching it there no visible signs , the sword did come with a scabbard that has been broken but im not sure if its original one for it , it does have some writing on it in ink , I will upload a pic

CharlesS · 29th September 2018, 05:10 PM

I noticed the Japanese(???) script on the scabbard. I wonder if it was originally a Japanese pick up in WW2?

CharlesS · 29th September 2018, 05:14 PM

On the second larger kriss I am noticing one uniquely angular luk close to the forte. I don't think that I have ever seen that in combination with more traditional "rounded" luks.

Ian · 29th September 2018, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CharlesS

On the second larger kriss I am noticing one uniquely angular luk close to the forte. I don't think that I have ever seen that in combination with more traditional "rounded" luks.

Hi Charles:

That feature is found sometimes on c. 1900 and later kris, generally the larger and heavier varieties from Mindanao. The one shown here seems to be Maranao in origin if we go by the guide provided by Cato.

Ian.

shayde78 · 30th September 2018, 01:00 AM

I would say Mat did very well at his local auction

CharlesS · 30th September 2018, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ian

Hi Charles:

That feature is found sometimes on c. 1900 and later kris, generally the larger and heavier varieties from Mindanao. The one shown here seems to be Maranao in origin if we go by the guide provided by Cato.

Ian.

Ian,

Def agree on the Maranao origins. Thanks for the insight on the "odd" luk. I was aware they were found on later kriss swords, but I am not sure I have even seen that angle luk in combination with more "traditional" ones.

29th September 2018, 01:49 PM	#1
chiefheadknocker Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 143	twist core ? I have lightly etched the sulu blade , I believe it reveals a twistcore pattern ? Attached Images

29th September 2018, 02:36 PM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,453	Yes, it does show a twist core pattern. Very nice sword and unusual. The notion that it could be a transition sword between the shorter, slimmer versions of the 18th C, and later, broader-bladed kris, seems plausible to me. Ian

29th September 2018, 03:09 PM	#3
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,854	Good looking twistcore! That one might even be worthy of a professional polish.

29th September 2018, 05:10 PM	#5
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,854	I noticed the Japanese(???) script on the scabbard. I wonder if it was originally a Japanese pick up in WW2?

29th September 2018, 05:14 PM	#6
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,854	On the second larger kriss I am noticing one uniquely angular luk close to the forte. I don't think that I have ever seen that in combination with more traditional "rounded" luks.

30th September 2018, 01:00 AM	#8
shayde78 Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Posts: 445	I would say Mat did very well at his local auction