my first keris

David · 1st December 2006, 11:01 PM

Actually Tim, after checking the pound to dollar conversion rates i think you did do OK. I guess i was thinking the pound was worth a bit more. Alan also makes a good point that the pendokok may well be silver.

BluErf · 2nd December 2006, 02:34 AM

Hi Tim,

Though I would admit this keris is not a fine keris, I do not think it is made for the tourist. I see signs of san-mai construction, and I think it may not be 'spanking new'. I also think that this is a Sulawesi Bugis keris with every part made for the keris blade, judging from the very good fit and proportions. The sheath, pendoko and hilt styles are all consistent with Sulawesi archetype. Sulawesi kerises may be a rough lot, mostly, but through the roughness, a certain Bugis macho-ness emerges. It takes a slightly different perspective to appreciate it, but you may eventually like it.

"I am Bugis; I am tough. I ain't pretty. You got a problem with that?"

Anyway, if you don't want the keris, get in touch with Adni. I'm sure he can help find a new owner for the keris.

Tim Simmons · 2nd December 2006, 10:59 AM

Thank you gentlemen for information on this fascinating first step. It is not quite the same world as African weapons where there is little opportunity for the more creative dealer

I will now have one eye looking into the world of the keris, this experience is going to help me get that good old one. Cheap with my name on it. This keris might be simple but it gave me quite a nip while I was fiddling with the blade.

Henk · 2nd December 2006, 03:03 PM

Oooohhh shit......He's bitten

Rick · 2nd December 2006, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Henk

Oooohhh shit......He's bitten

Ahhhh, memories !

I remember my first bite; it was a bugis blade with an attitude.

David · 2nd December 2006, 04:07 PM

Yeah, i'm not sure you have been truly initiated until some fiesty keris has taken a nip at ya.

Rick · 2nd December 2006, 04:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David

Yeah, i'm not sure you have been truly initiated until some fiesty keris has taken a nip at ya.

Then the inevitable result; the Addict's hovel...

1st December 2006, 11:01 PM	#1
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,218	Actually Tim, after checking the pound to dollar conversion rates i think you did do OK. I guess i was thinking the pound was worth a bit more. Alan also makes a good point that the pendokok may well be silver.

2nd December 2006, 02:34 AM	#2
BluErf Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,180	Hi Tim, Though I would admit this keris is not a fine keris, I do not think it is made for the tourist. I see signs of san-mai construction, and I think it may not be 'spanking new'. I also think that this is a Sulawesi Bugis keris with every part made for the keris blade, judging from the very good fit and proportions. The sheath, pendoko and hilt styles are all consistent with Sulawesi archetype. Sulawesi kerises may be a rough lot, mostly, but through the roughness, a certain Bugis macho-ness emerges. It takes a slightly different perspective to appreciate it, but you may eventually like it. "I am Bugis; I am tough. I ain't pretty. You got a problem with that?" Anyway, if you don't want the keris, get in touch with Adni. I'm sure he can help find a new owner for the keris.

2nd December 2006, 10:59 AM	#3
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,854	Thank you gentlemen for information on this fascinating first step. It is not quite the same world as African weapons where there is little opportunity for the more creative dealer I will now have one eye looking into the world of the keris, this experience is going to help me get that good old one. Cheap with my name on it. This keris might be simple but it gave me quite a nip while I was fiddling with the blade.

2nd December 2006, 03:03 PM	#4
Henk Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,209	Oooohhh shit......He's bitten

2nd December 2006, 04:07 PM	#6
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,218	Yeah, i'm not sure you have been truly initiated until some fiesty keris has taken a nip at ya.