Blade for identification

kai · 26th March 2023, 05:56 PM

Dear all,

I'd guess that the keris on the right never was a tombak but started its life similar as the 2 on the left side. This is a known style from southern Sumatra that seems to have developed during the late colonial period - not sure when the first example got documented. Good to have additional evidence - thanks for posting, David!

The second keris from the right looks like a genuine antique blade with also old fittings (except for the scabbard stem and its silver bands which seem to be a later restoration.

As mentioned, the 3 swords are typical examples from southern Sumatra. David, can you confirm if the name rudus has also been in use in Lampung? I'm only aware of its use considerably further North (for a different type of blade).

I'd like to see the blades of the 4 additional pieces, too. As mentioned, posting these on the main forum would be much preferred.

Regards,
Kai

26th March 2023, 05:56 PM	#5
kai Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,255	Dear all, I'd guess that the keris on the right never was a tombak but started its life similar as the 2 on the left side. This is a known style from southern Sumatra that seems to have developed during the late colonial period - not sure when the first example got documented. Good to have additional evidence - thanks for posting, David! The second keris from the right looks like a genuine antique blade with also old fittings (except for the scabbard stem and its silver bands which seem to be a later restoration. As mentioned, the 3 swords are typical examples from southern Sumatra. David, can you confirm if the name rudus has also been in use in Lampung? I'm only aware of its use considerably further North (for a different type of blade). I'd like to see the blades of the 4 additional pieces, too. As mentioned, posting these on the main forum would be much preferred. Regards, Kai