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9th January 2017, 06:01 PM | #1 |
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Latok with Brass Handle
Here is an nice Latok with an brass handle never see one like this.
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9th January 2017, 06:10 PM | #2 |
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A VERY FINE LATOK I HAVE NEVER SEEN ONE LIKE IT . ITS INTERESTING THAT SEVERAL UNIQUE FORMS OF SWORDS WITH BRASS HANDLES HAVE SURFACED RECENTLY. DID A COLLECTOR WHO LOVED BRASS HANDLES AND FITTINGS RECENTLY SELL HIS COLLECTION OR IS IT JUST COINCIDENCE? THE WORKMANSHIP HAS BEEN EXCELLENT ON THE THREE EXAMPLES RECENTLY FEATURED ON THE FORUM.
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15th January 2017, 10:34 AM | #3 |
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There are a few weapons in Borneo that I had with brass handle like an Mandau
parang nabur Latok.... Dajak |
15th January 2017, 01:57 PM | #4 |
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A beautiful and unusual latok Dajak. The brass hilt is really quite striking and helps highlight the brass inlay in the blade. Could you possibly post a couple of close-ups showing the inlay a bit better? A great catch, thank you for sharing.
Best, Robert |
15th January 2017, 03:56 PM | #5 |
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Very nice and rare latok Benny!
Regards, Detlef |
15th January 2017, 04:53 PM | #6 |
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Not very common at all! I have only seen one other.............
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