Javanese Fighting Short Sword ?

Miguel · 11th May 2016, 09:22 PM

Hello Everyone,

I would be grateful if someone could confirm or otherwise whether this sword is from Java or not. My own findings are that it is and the design is loosely based on the Dutch 1898 Klewang naval cutlass. It is a well made weapon with a horn hilt having finger grips on a heavy single edged blade. The scabbard is wood with white metal bands and a horn mouthpiece.
Overall length is 17 ins, blade length is 12.125 ins x 1.75 ins wide. Thanking you in anticipation.
Regards
Miguel

11th May 2016, 09:22 PM	#1
Miguel Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Posts: 584	Javanese Fighting Short Sword ? Hello Everyone, I would be grateful if someone could confirm or otherwise whether this sword is from Java or not. My own findings are that it is and the design is loosely based on the Dutch 1898 Klewang naval cutlass. It is a well made weapon with a horn hilt having finger grips on a heavy single edged blade. The scabbard is wood with white metal bands and a horn mouthpiece. Overall length is 17 ins, blade length is 12.125 ins x 1.75 ins wide. Thanking you in anticipation. Regards Miguel Attached Images