Seeking Information on Keris

elsquibble · 16th February 2020, 08:59 PM

It is a shame however at least it still looks good in the scabbard. I am glad I bought it as it has introduced me to the world of the keris, I can certainly see myself buying a few more. One more question, would what is described as a yogyakarta style hilt suit this? Thanks.

Jean · 17th February 2020, 08:06 AM

Thank you for the pictures and I agree that this blade was probably a straight blade but sepokal type (slightly curved).
As the scabbard is in Bugis Sumatra style, a Bugis style hilt (pistol grip) would be the best choice (see pic).
Regards

David · 17th February 2020, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by elsquibble

One more question, would what is described as a yogyakarta style hilt suit this? Thanks.

Yogyakarta is a Javanese kingdom so no, such a jilt would not be suitable for this keris.
The one that Jean has shown would be a much more acceptable form, however, for a keris like this that has been irreparably damaged i would not personally invest is an ivory hilt like the one Jean shows. Look for this form in a wooden variety.

elsquibble · 18th February 2020, 06:45 PM

Thanks I'll keep a look out for a similar hilt.

17th February 2020, 08:06 AM	#2
Jean Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,740	Thank you for the pictures and I agree that this blade was probably a straight blade but sepokal type (slightly curved). As the scabbard is in Bugis Sumatra style, a Bugis style hilt (pistol grip) would be the best choice (see pic). Regards Attached Images

16th February 2020, 08:59 PM	#1
elsquibble Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Posts: 10	It is a shame however at least it still looks good in the scabbard. I am glad I bought it as it has introduced me to the world of the keris, I can certainly see myself buying a few more. One more question, would what is described as a yogyakarta style hilt suit this? Thanks.

18th February 2020, 06:45 PM	#4
elsquibble Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Posts: 10	Thanks I'll keep a look out for a similar hilt.