Keris from Southern Thailand

maxbliss888 · 11th May 2015, 05:00 PM

Hi! I have just joined the forum and I have just started the hobby

Rick · 11th May 2015, 05:06 PM

Hi and welcome Max .

Bjorn · 11th May 2015, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by maxbliss888

Hi! I have just joined the forum and I have just started the hobby

Hi Max, welcome

Your thread title mentions southern Thailand. Is this where you are from? Or do you have photos/information of a Thai keris to share with us?

Rick · 11th May 2015, 10:40 PM

Yes, he does; I have contacted him via email with the request that he upload the image to the site rather than use a photobucket link .

maxbliss888 · 12th May 2015, 03:24 AM

Hi all! I am from Singapore but I am currently working and staying at Bangkok. Since I am in Thailamd, I have taken the opportunity to explore the countries as well as get to know the culture here.

Even though I have been living in SEAsia, I have never really seen a real Keris until now..

maxbliss888 · 12th May 2015, 02:22 PM

I have tried to upload the photos via my and iPad but it doesn't show?

maxbliss888 · 12th May 2015, 02:45 PM

Enclosed photo

Rick · 12th May 2015, 03:07 PM

I don't usually do this; but for a new member I will .
Please Max, figure out the uploading process .

Rick · 12th May 2015, 03:12 PM

Very good job Max !

I know the process can be a bit puzzling .

maxbliss888 · 12th May 2015, 03:36 PM

Thanks!

maxbliss888 · 12th May 2015, 05:04 PM

Close shot

VANDOO · 12th May 2015, 08:28 PM

WELCOME TO THE FORUM MAX. COLLECTING KERIS SEEMS TO BE ADDICTIVE ONCE STARTED. IT APPEARS YOU HAVE THREE KERIS ALREADY, TWO MALAY KERIS TAJONG ONE MISSING ITS NOSE AND ANOTHER THAT MAY BE BUGIS BUT I AM FAR FROM AN EXPERT SO WILL LEAVE IT UP TO THOSE MORE KNOWLEDGEABLE TO SAY FOR SURE. NICE EXAMPLES AND THE NOSE CAN BE REPLACED EASY ENOUGH AND PERHAPS SOME MEMBER CAN STEER YOU TO A GOOD RESTORER FOR THE JOB.

maxbliss888 · 13th May 2015, 11:27 AM

Thanks!

Collecting Keris is really addictive... I hope to focus on the Southern Thai Pattani Keris.. And really hope to find one Coteng......

Anyone knows where can I find one?

David · 13th May 2015, 03:07 PM

Welcome to the forum Max. Yes, addictive indeed!

I am afraid that you question about finding a keris coteng can't really be discussed in much detail here as commercial conversation is banned on the forums. After you get through that probational period and are eligible to use the Swap Forum section you could post a "Wanted" request there. I can't point you to specific internet dealers, but they are out there and a Google search for "keris" will no doubt bring up a few hits to explore. Nice old Coteng keris do seem to be a bit scarce though so not every dealer will have one. I do see them from time to time on ePray, though that is a dangerous place for beginner collectors for sure.

maxbliss888 · 14th May 2015, 02:39 AM

Thanks!

maxbliss888 · 15th May 2015, 06:13 PM

Before and after photos

David · 15th May 2015, 09:32 PM

Max, i did not pass you post where you state where you sent you keris for restoration. We need to avoid commercial references on the forum.
That said, i do not see the before or after photos attached to this message. If you have them could you upload them to the site. Thanks!

maxbliss888 · 16th May 2015, 05:29 AM

Restoration before after

maxbliss888 · 16th May 2015, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by David

Max, i did not pass you post where you state where you sent you keris for restoration. We need to avoid commercial references on the forum.
That said, i do not see the before or after photos attached to this message. If you have them could you upload them to the site. Thanks!

Sorry, I thought it will be good to let people know where they could send their Keris for restoration as there are not many around..

maxbliss888 · 16th May 2015, 04:40 PM

.

David · 17th May 2015, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by maxbliss888

Sorry, I thought it will be good to let people know where they could send their Keris for restoration as there are not many around..

That would be advocating for one commercial operation over another. We like to keep the forums commercial free.

I find it is actually remarkable just how many keris will stand with just a little coaxing. I'd say at least 85% of my collection will do this without much trouble.

David · 17th May 2015, 03:47 AM

Max, just a heads up. You are still on moderated probation like all new members. Your posts therefore need to be cleared by a moderator before they appear on the forum. Please don't keep reposting the same thing. We aren't always on the site, but we will pass your post as soon as possible.

Green · 17th May 2015, 07:53 AM

it's quite a fascinating phenomenon that some keris can stand on the pointed end whereas the centre of gravity is logically quite far up at the hilt I'd guess.

Any scientific explanation for this anyone?

maxbliss888 · 17th May 2015, 10:33 AM

My guess is that it's well built with good balance

Rick · 17th May 2015, 04:11 PM

A parlor trick IMO; akin to building a house of cards .

Make it stand without the scabbard on a piece of glass and I will be impressed .

David · 17th May 2015, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Green

Any scientific explanation for this anyone?

I'm not sure a scientific explanation is really necessary. It's just a matter of balance and creating a triangulation of surface contact with the floor/table, blade and sheath. As Rick points out, balancing a keris without the sheath on a hard and impenetrable surface such as glass would be something to be more impressed by.

Rick · 17th May 2015, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by David

I'm not sure a scientific explanation is really necessary. It's just a matter of balance and creating a triangulation of surface contact with the floor/table, blade and sheath. As Rick points out, balancing a keris without the sheath on a hard and impenetrable surface such as glass would be something to be more impressed by.

And no photoshop allowed .

maxbliss888 · 17th May 2015, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Rick

And no photoshop allowed .

No photo shop man...

Rick · 17th May 2015, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by maxbliss888

No photo shop man...

Meh, itsallonewordtome .

David · 19th May 2015, 04:17 PM

Max, please check your Private Messages at the top right part of your screen. Thanks!

11th May 2015, 05:00 PM	#1
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris from Southern Thailand Hi! I have just joined the forum and I have just started the hobby

12th May 2015, 03:24 AM	#5
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris from Southern Thailand Hi all! I am from Singapore but I am currently working and staying at Bangkok. Since I am in Thailamd, I have taken the opportunity to explore the countries as well as get to know the culture here. Even though I have been living in SEAsia, I have never really seen a real Keris until now.. Attached Images

12th May 2015, 02:22 PM	#6
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris I have tried to upload the photos via my and iPad but it doesn't show? Last edited by maxbliss888; 12th May 2015 at 02:44 PM.

12th May 2015, 02:45 PM	#7
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris Enclosed photo Attached Images

12th May 2015, 03:07 PM	#8
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,293	I don't usually do this; but for a new member I will . Please Max, figure out the uploading process . Attached Images

11th May 2015, 05:06 PM	#2
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,293	Hi and welcome Max .

11th May 2015, 10:40 PM	#4
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,293	Yes, he does; I have contacted him via email with the request that he upload the image to the site rather than use a photobucket link .

12th May 2015, 03:12 PM	#9
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,293	Very good job Max ! I know the process can be a bit puzzling .

12th May 2015, 03:36 PM	#10
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris Thanks! Attached Images

12th May 2015, 05:04 PM	#11
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris Pattani Close shot Attached Images

12th May 2015, 08:28 PM	#12
VANDOO (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: OKLAHOMA, USA Posts: 3,138	WELCOME TO THE FORUM MAX. COLLECTING KERIS SEEMS TO BE ADDICTIVE ONCE STARTED. IT APPEARS YOU HAVE THREE KERIS ALREADY, TWO MALAY KERIS TAJONG ONE MISSING ITS NOSE AND ANOTHER THAT MAY BE BUGIS BUT I AM FAR FROM AN EXPERT SO WILL LEAVE IT UP TO THOSE MORE KNOWLEDGEABLE TO SAY FOR SURE. NICE EXAMPLES AND THE NOSE CAN BE REPLACED EASY ENOUGH AND PERHAPS SOME MEMBER CAN STEER YOU TO A GOOD RESTORER FOR THE JOB.

13th May 2015, 11:27 AM	#13
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris Thanks! Collecting Keris is really addictive... I hope to focus on the Southern Thai Pattani Keris.. And really hope to find one Coteng...... Anyone knows where can I find one?

13th May 2015, 03:07 PM	#14
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,123	Welcome to the forum Max. Yes, addictive indeed! I am afraid that you question about finding a keris coteng can't really be discussed in much detail here as commercial conversation is banned on the forums. After you get through that probational period and are eligible to use the Swap Forum section you could post a "Wanted" request there. I can't point you to specific internet dealers, but they are out there and a Google search for "keris" will no doubt bring up a few hits to explore. Nice old Coteng keris do seem to be a bit scarce though so not every dealer will have one. I do see them from time to time on ePray, though that is a dangerous place for beginner collectors for sure.

14th May 2015, 02:39 AM	#15
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris Thanks!

15th May 2015, 06:13 PM	#16
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris restoration Before and after photos

15th May 2015, 09:32 PM	#17
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,123	Max, i did not pass you post where you state where you sent you keris for restoration. We need to avoid commercial references on the forum. That said, i do not see the before or after photos attached to this message. If you have them could you upload them to the site. Thanks!

16th May 2015, 05:29 AM	#18
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris restoration Restoration before after Attached Images

16th May 2015, 04:40 PM	#20
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris . Attached Images

17th May 2015, 03:47 AM	#22
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,123	Max, just a heads up. You are still on moderated probation like all new members. Your posts therefore need to be cleared by a moderator before they appear on the forum. Please don't keep reposting the same thing. We aren't always on the site, but we will pass your post as soon as possible.

17th May 2015, 07:53 AM	#23
Green Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Malaysia Posts: 312	it's quite a fascinating phenomenon that some keris can stand on the pointed end whereas the centre of gravity is logically quite far up at the hilt I'd guess. Any scientific explanation for this anyone?

17th May 2015, 10:33 AM	#24
maxbliss888 Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bangkok Posts: 150	Keris balance My guess is that it's well built with good balance

17th May 2015, 04:11 PM	#25
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,293	The Incredible Magickal Standing Keris A parlor trick IMO; akin to building a house of cards . Make it stand without the scabbard on a piece of glass and I will be impressed .

19th May 2015, 04:17 PM	#30
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,123	Max, please check your Private Messages at the top right part of your screen. Thanks!