Stamp on a Klewang

Gavin Nugent · 25th September 2023, 11:52 PM

It is indeed a very EU/US looking mark.

What does a native Lombok maker's mark actually look like?

For context, here is a ricasso photo from an example in my collection.

It is faithful to the KNIL Klewang in all dimensions, yet also carries native flair that can be seen at the base and other areas of the blade.

Whilst not a stamp, but is a mark, can such a thing even be considered a "makers" mark though, or is it symbolic of something else.

It is not an anvil, but it radiates lines though.

25th September 2023, 11:52 PM	#1
Gavin Nugent Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,818	It is indeed a very EU/US looking mark. What does a native Lombok maker's mark actually look like? For context, here is a ricasso photo from an example in my collection. It is faithful to the KNIL Klewang in all dimensions, yet also carries native flair that can be seen at the base and other areas of the blade. Whilst not a stamp, but is a mark, can such a thing even be considered a "makers" mark though, or is it symbolic of something else. It is not an anvil, but it radiates lines though. Attached Images