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, 22 1/2 inches long with a 16 inches long fuller just below the spine. It is forged from Laminated steel. The steel / brass bolster is forged in a polygonal shape. The hilt is carved of horn in a typical forked. The scabbard is made of dark hardwood bound with silver bands. The scabbard mouth is finely carved hardwood, 4 inches long. Total length is 30 1/2 inches. Very good condition. Minor blackened spots with patches of pitting on the blade. The horn hilt is cracked but holds very solid. Few cracks and repairs on the scabbard. A good complete sword.