A heavy, single-edged chopping blade used across the Malay Archipelago as both a working tool and a weapon, carried by Malay and Sumatran sea raiders operating in the Strait of Malacca. Its simple, durable design made it cheap and easy to maintain aboard a raiding vessel. It remains in everyday use in Indonesia and Malaysia today.
Quick Facts
| Weapon Type | Bladed |
|---|---|
| Era Used | 17th-19th century |
| Range / Use | Melee |
| Notable Users | Malay and Sumatran pirates |
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