A Sikin, one of the many variations of the Klewang, the Indonesian machete like sword. This one is Acheen from Sumatra, mid 19th C. The blade is straight and single edge, 2 1/2 inches long with a 13 ½ inches long fuller just below the spine. It is forged from laminated steel. The steel bolster is forged in a polygonal shape. The hilt is carved of horn in a typical forked pommel and beautifully carved with geometrical design. The scabbard is made of light color hardwood beautifully engraved in a typical pattern. The scabbard mouth is carved from a massive Ivory piece with what might be an inscription in Arabic letters. The scabbard is bound with brass bands. Total length is 28 inches. Very good condition. Minor distortion to the blade. The horn hilt is cracked but holds very solid.