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I picked this kris up today for 40 gbp ,I think ive done ok , is this kris classed as a sword or is it a large dagger ? it looks to have some age , any information would be great , its unusual how the handle is is attached at this angle
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Join Date: Nov 2004
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Dimensions please??
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hi there the blade alone is 36cm and overall length in scabbard 45cm
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Think it is a Peninsular piece from the North judging from the sampir - the sheath cross-piece. Blade is typical bugis inspired. Angle of the hilt is correct for me for when you hold the hilt like you would a pistol grip, the blade would be flat and lean inwards to the opponent's body for the stab between ribs and inward towards vital organs.
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Not sure why you would consider 14 inches as possibly being sword length, but yes, i would certainly classify this as a dagger.
I tend to agree with Paul's description and if you hold this properly that hilt seems to be in a fairly logical position to me. What no one has said yet is that this appears to be a rather nice keris of this type with a beautiful, well made blade and nice fittings. It does look like the sheath is missing it buntet at the end of the stem, but otherwise it looks complete and in good condition. Though we don't talk money on this forum i still must remark that you seem to have gotten quite a steal on this one. Nice catch! ![]() |
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Thanks for your reply and information , I thought this would be too short for a sword but then I thought this is too big for a dagger , but then I'm a novice in this area , thanks for putting light on it ,
should i clean the blade in any way or is it best left alone ? thanks Last edited by chiefheadknocker; 29th April 2018 at 06:10 PM. |
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