Peurawot from Aceh

Amuk Murugul · 8th January 2014, 01:43 AM

Hullo everybody!

Just a passing comment:

Peurawot, as its name suggests, was essentially used for carving/forming (hence the variation in blade-shape and size).
As for its use as a pinang cutter: I would suggest, more as a shaver, to which it would lend itself (in the absence of an implement specifically for that purpose).

It should not be confused with badik/rencong -type implements, which were designed for a different purpose.
Examination of the blade and handle should be a determining factor.

Best,

8th January 2014, 01:43 AM	#15
Amuk Murugul Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Kaboejoetan Galoenggoeng Mélben Posts: 472	What's in a name? Hullo everybody! Just a passing comment: Peurawot, as its name suggests, was essentially used for carving/forming (hence the variation in blade-shape and size). As for its use as a pinang cutter: I would suggest, more as a shaver, to which it would lend itself (in the absence of an implement specifically for that purpose). It should not be confused with badik/rencong -type implements, which were designed for a different purpose. Examination of the blade and handle should be a determining factor. Best,