Surik (sword)

Surik
A surik from Maubisse, East Timor.
TypeSword
Place of originIndonesia (West Timor, Nusa Tenggara, Jambi, North Sumatra, West Sumatra) and Timor Leste
Service history
Used byTimorese, Batak
Specifications
Blade typeSingle edge
Hilt typeWater buffalo horn
Scabbard/sheathWood

The surik is a traditional sword native to the island of Timor (West Timor, Indonesia and Timor Leste) or Nusa Tenggara in wider extent, as well as Sumatra (Jambi, North Sumatra, West Sumatra). The first coat of arms of East Timor depicted crossed suriks.

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