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The Bara Sangihe is known for its unique shaped blade that resembles a crocodile [2] or a beak of a bird with serrations. The shape of its handle also splits into two, [ 3 ] is made of wood, carved with traditional Sangirese motifs. [ 4 ]
Pedang. Pedang is a general term for sword but occasionally refers to a scythe as well. According to the Sanghyang siksakanda ng karesian canto XVII dated 1518, the sword and kris were the main weapons of the kesatria caste. Southeast Asian swords can differ considerably from one community to another but they are generally made for one-handed use.
This sword is almost identical to Niabor, but with a hilt resembling that of Mandau.The blade has a convex edge and concave back. On both sides a broad rib runs from the finger guard to the tip.
The Ladieng (also known as Klewang-Ladieng, Ladeng, Ladeeng, Roedoes Lentik, Rudus Lenti, Sonagang-Klewang) is a sword from Sumatra, Indonesia.It is also commonly known as Parang Lading in Malaysia.
Its blade broadens somewhat towards the end and slightly curves upwards at the tip with its edge longer than the back of the blade. [4] The hilt is made from buffalo horns [5] and decorated with carvings. [4]
The Tangkin (also known as Duku Tangkin or Parang Tangkin) is a traditional parang (knife) of the Iban people from Sarawak, Malaysia and West Kalimantan, Indonesia. [2]The word tangkin in Iban language means "to wear" or "to don", specifically some weapon such as a sword. [3]
The Dohong (also Duhong or Duhung) is a dagger or short war sword from Borneo.The name is used figuratively to imply bravery. In other parts of Borneo, it is simply referred to as Mandau. [1]
The Buko has a curved, single-edged blade. The blade becomes wider from the hilt to the point and is bent sharply after about a fifth. The blade first becomes narrower after the hilt, but then becomes wider again after the bend.