While the topic is arabic text on touristy rencongs, I also have one I recently acquired. The same inscription has been inlyaed with brass on both sides of the blade. There is also some decorative inlay that looks light it went quite wrong. On the other hand the pommel cap is ivory, although the scabbard mouth is bone. Therefore I am guessing that while even if the rencong is not intended for tourists, it is of recent manufacture. Any comments would be greatly appreciated. I appologize in advance if the inscription is turned upside down.
Thanks,
Teodor
