source for Kris (keris)

[Angaria]

I've always been amazed by the design and artistry of these blades. Since I'm not going to be in malaysia/indonesia in the near future, has anyone found a reputable online source for these? I've been looking for a while, and haven't been able to turn anything up.

I seem to remember a place that was selling a variety of badiks, kerambits, kujangs etc, but it seems to have disappeared. Appreciate the assistance.

 

[danielp]

Try Valiant, (www.valiantco.com ?) I think they have keris and other Indonesian traditional weapon. They are in Australia, but I think the owner is Indonesian.

 

[cerulean]

Oriental Arms is a highly respected dealer. I've been very happy with the few items I've gotten from him. Ebay seller "bakoelkris" is also great. I've bought from him many times and he's one of the friendliest people I've met online.

Keris are hardly ever discussed here at BFC. If you're not already familiar with it, you might want to check out the Ethnographic Arms & Armour forum. They have a popular sub-forum specifically for keris talk.