Sumantran Keris ??

katana · 19th April 2012, 04:53 PM

Hi,
I don't often post on this forum, but just acquired this Keris. Heavily rusted, pictures show blade after a 'good' initial clean. Is the parmor a recognised type ?

Please, any ideas as to age and origins ? ....is it a tourist piece ? Would a keris be catagorised differently due to the 'pistol hilt' grip ?

Sorry for all the questions but my knowledge is very limited on these. All comments greatfully received, thank you

Kind Regards David

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19th April 2012, 04:53 PM	#1
katana Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kent Posts: 2,658	Sumantran Keris ?? Hi, I don't often post on this forum, but just acquired this Keris. Heavily rusted, pictures show blade after a 'good' initial clean. Is the parmor a recognised type ? Please, any ideas as to age and origins ? ....is it a tourist piece ? Would a keris be catagorised differently due to the 'pistol hilt' grip ? Sorry for all the questions but my knowledge is very limited on these. All comments greatfully received, thank you Kind Regards David . Attached Images