A Bugis-Makasar keris

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Hi All,

I'm a new member of this (fascinating) forum; thank you for having me.

Several weeks ago I picked up this keris (sapukala) in Makassar, but it came with no biographical information and I've very limited knowledge of keris at this stage, so I'm keen for the forum members' insights on it.

To my inexperienced eye the keris blade looks rather "old", but some of my Bugis-Makasar friends differ in their views on its origin; some are adamant that it is of Javanese make, although a particularly knowledgeable person tells me it is indeed a Bugis production. The blade is quite thin in section, whereas my (poor) understanding is that Bugis keris blades tend to be rather thick.

The dress (including hulu) does seem to be Bugis.

Any insight/opinions much appreciated. Thank you!