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Jimpul
Chopper, Machete / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Jimpul (other names also include Jumbul, Mandau Pasir, Parang Djimpul, Parang Jimpul) is a traditional weapon of the Sea Dayak and Kenyah people from Borneo. It is often thought that the Parang Jimpul may be considered as a hybrid between the Mandau and Langgai Tinggang.[1] The Parang Jimpul is an intermediary form between the Mandau and the Langgai Tinggang dating from c. 1870-c. 1885.[2]
Quick Facts Type, Place of origin ...
Jimpul | |
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![]() A Parang Jimpul, pre-1930. | |
Type | Chopper, Machete |
Place of origin | Borneo (Sarawak, Malaysia, West Kalimantan and Central Kalimantan, Indonesia) |
Service history | |
Used by | Dayak people (Iban / Sea Dayak), Kenyah people |
Specifications | |
Length | approximately 60–75 cm (24–30 in) |
Blade type | Single edge, flat grind |
Hilt type | Antler/deer horn, wood |
Scabbard/sheath | Wood |
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