Posted 9 years ago
kay55
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carved in wood, with marking KLM89 in the sword, the sword is curved unsure on measurements but can find out, found this when we was moving wondered if anyone could give me some info on it, and whether its worth keeping or getting rid of, as its another item just stored in my wardrobe
![[GN1-04-5-15] Japanese Sword: NBTHK Masahori Katana in Shirasaya & Koshirae](https://i.ebayimg.com/thumbs/images/g/KTUAAOSwEglmI~L-/s-l225.jpg)
hope someone can help :)
any one know? :(
Not my region of weapons knowledge, but I believe the style is Indian. believe that would be the right area to start your search.
They tend to be tourist pieces from India and Southeast Asia. It's hard to say as they are documented like western military weapons..
It's 'Kris'.
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kris
A tourist version probably ..... Dutch occupation of 'Indonesia' ?
I assume the blade is not curvy like a snake? I agree with vetraio50 about it's origin, but would guess the blade has been repurposed, possibly from a military knife.
Chris, sorry I haven't been in touch much lately. They only allow me 20 mins on a puter here per day. Just kidding & wondering how long I can stretch your leg? I think your answer is probably right & should have thought of that earlier. Opps, my 20 mins is up! LOL!!!
Thanks for the info but it is indeed slightly curved thanks for all ur help :)
Not wavey like a snake though!
hey i also have a sword with klm89 imprinted on it, i think it might be a maker.
mine is a scimitar, however yours appears to be a decorative sword of middle eastern origin