Original Dutch East Indies Kris Dagger with Carved Handle in Scabbard from the Island of Java - circa 1875 Lock Assembly The front of this liner

The front of this liner is personalized with the Soldier's last name MACKINNON

This is a purpose built glass bottle with stopper and removable fuse all contained in the original waxed cardboard transit tube

The pommel locking mechanism was removed

Most fuses have original paint and maker markings on top

The manufacturer is also clearly marked on the lower corner:

Original Dutch East Indies Kris Dagger with Carved Handle in Scabbard from the Island of Java - circa 1875 Lock Assembly The front of this linerOriginal Item: One Only. The kris or keris is a prized asymmetrical dagger most strongly associated with the culture of Indonesia, but also indigenous to Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei and Singapore. It is known as kalis in the southern Philippines. The kris is famous for its distinctive wavy blade. A kris can be divided into three parts: bilah (blade), hulu (hilt), and warangka (sheath). These parts of the kris are objects of art, often carved in