1980s collection. Hilt: Deer horn, adorn with Lintah / Leech motif. Scabbard: Decorated with several pieces of genuine deer horn, adorn with Buaya Belanggar / confronting crocodiles and Berinjan / Creeper vine motifs. Blade: Surface is pitted with rust, this does not alter the parangs perfomance, it remains strong and sturdy. Total: 124 cm / 48.8 inches Blade only: 103 cm / 40.6 inches Ilang / small knife: 38 cm / 15 inches Weight: 2.5 kg / 5.5 lb After packing: 5.5 kg / 12 lb A parang (general term) is used primarily as a chopping tool or weapon.
Regional & Ethnic Antiques
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