A Unique and Interesting Javanese Parang

CharlesS · 16th July 2008, 05:14 PM

Thanks VVV.

The hilt style does, indeed, resemble the Madurese keris hilt.

The blade is also a unique shape, just slightly curved with a false edge, almost as if the bladesmith could not decide whether to make a 'slasher' or 'stabber', and so tried for both.

I doubt this sword was ever intended for use though. It is relatively thin and light, though not flexible.

The blade close-up is attached. You can also easily see where the false edge begins.

16th July 2008, 05:14 PM	#3
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,854	Thanks VVV. The hilt style does, indeed, resemble the Madurese keris hilt. The blade is also a unique shape, just slightly curved with a false edge, almost as if the bladesmith could not decide whether to make a 'slasher' or 'stabber', and so tried for both. I doubt this sword was ever intended for use though. It is relatively thin and light, though not flexible. The blade close-up is attached. You can also easily see where the false edge begins. Attached Images

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