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| Weapon type: | Weapon, tool |
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| Use: | weapon |
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Java , ethnic groups from Java |
| Distribution: | Indonesia |
| Handle: | Wood, horn |
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The Bangkung also Bangkoeng , Berang , Parang is a knife from Indonesia .
description
The Bangkung has a single-edged, bulbous blade. The back of the blade is straight. The edge of the handle becomes wider and bulbous. The place turns from the back of the blade. The booklet is usually made of wood or horn and is remarkably small. A metal clamp is attached to the transition between the handle and the blade , which is used to better fasten the blade and handle. The Bangkung is used as a machete and weapon in Indonesia .
Individual evidence
- ^ Albert G. van Zonneveld: Traditional weapons of the Indonesian archipelago. C. Zwartenkot Art Books, Leiden 2001, ISBN 90-5450-004-2 , p. 30.
Web links
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