Malay (?) golok for sharing and discussion

kai · 27th March 2023, 05:28 PM

Congrats, Detlef, that's a neat piece!

I can't offer any positive ID - the nice blade is quite special. Also the carved hilt is very nice.

I can see why you consider it possibly exhibiting Malay influence. I'd suggest to also have a very close look at the greater Sunda region (including southern Sumatra), too.

The scabbard seems to be a later replacement and may not offer much help in placing this piece.

Please post some more close-ups when you receive it!

Regards,
Kai

27th March 2023, 05:28 PM	#5
kai Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,255	Congrats, Detlef, that's a neat piece! I can't offer any positive ID - the nice blade is quite special. Also the carved hilt is very nice. I can see why you consider it possibly exhibiting Malay influence. I'd suggest to also have a very close look at the greater Sunda region (including southern Sumatra), too. The scabbard seems to be a later replacement and may not offer much help in placing this piece. Please post some more close-ups when you receive it! Regards, Kai