The Pakayun is the classical sword / saber of the Murut people residing in Northern Kalimantan (Borneo). It has a curved heavy blade, 22 inches long forged from very fine laminated steel. The handle is hardwood with forked pommel, brass plate cross guard and collar and braided rattan cover on the pommel. The scabbard is wood bound with brass bands and with a hide compartment for a side knife (Similar to the side knife of the Dayak Mandau sword). Total length 31 inches. Very good condition. A rare sword.