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Bill M · 29th January 2009, 01:10 PM

Overall length: 66"
blade is 20" x 3.5"
Ferrule: 5"
Shaft is about 1 3/8" thick at widest point

The scabbard has an Indonesian look. Yet I have not seen a spear like this of Indonesian heritage. The brass or bronze bands holding the scabbard together, as well as the scabbard itself are more crudely made than the spear. Almost have a "Chinese" feel as though it was made for the spear by someone of less skill. Possibly a tourist scabbard???

I can't find a picture of the spear head, with a possible exception of a Batak head that looks somewhat similar, but not exactly.

Massive, heavy and stout piece. Comes from an old collection that had a few good pieces, but more wall hangers. This is the only weapon he had.

Appreciate any ideas or comments to help better understand what this is?

29th January 2009, 01:10 PM	#1
Bill M Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: USA Georgia Posts: 1,599	Unusual spear for ID. Overall length: 66" blade is 20" x 3.5" Ferrule: 5" Shaft is about 1 3/8" thick at widest point The scabbard has an Indonesian look. Yet I have not seen a spear like this of Indonesian heritage. The brass or bronze bands holding the scabbard together, as well as the scabbard itself are more crudely made than the spear. Almost have a "Chinese" feel as though it was made for the spear by someone of less skill. Possibly a tourist scabbard??? I can't find a picture of the spear head, with a possible exception of a Batak head that looks somewhat similar, but not exactly. Massive, heavy and stout piece. Comes from an old collection that had a few good pieces, but more wall hangers. This is the only weapon he had. Appreciate any ideas or comments to help better understand what this is? Attached Images