A foundation for examining the quality of a keris blade

[Buntel Mayit]

Dear Keris Aficionados

I realize that there are several approaches to appraise the quality of a keris blade. What I need to know are various systems used by keris enthusiasts here when they are in a condition of appraising a keris blade—what is the most important element has to be assessed to the least important element. I hope it can be used to develop metrics based on various systems/approaches available. I don’t know whether it is possible for us to develop general acceptance system. However, by getting as much as possible of approaches from this forum, we can develop a comprehensive system comprised of all identified factors by employing factor analysis.