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Blakas
A Balinese Blakas, pre-1944.
Type	Chopper, Cleaver, Ceremonial Knife
Place of origin	Indonesia (Bali)
Service history
Used by	Balinese people
Specifications
Blade type	Single edge, chisel grind
Hilt type	Water buffalo horn, wood
Scabbard/sheath	Wood

Blakas or Belakas is a general name for any sort of cleaver or large knife originating from Bali, Indonesia that has a heavy rectangular blade with a straight cutting edge used for chopping. The long, rounded hilt often becomes thinner at one or both ends. The blade often has a fanciful shape and encrusted motifs. Sometimes it is made for ceremonial purposes, and also used in pairs with golok. It is a common utensil in Balinese households and is used for kitchen chores, orchard work, and in ceremonial activities.

See also

• Golok
• Parang

References

1. Fred B. Eiseman (2008). Traditional Balinese Tools In The Jimbaran Area, South Bali (Prabot Bali Tatamian). Fred B. Eiseman. ASIN B007HG4ZN8.
2. Albert G Van Zonneveld (2002). Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago. Koninklyk Instituut Voor Taal Land. ISBN 90-5450-004-2.
3. S. Ann Dunham (2009). Surviving Against The Odds: Village Industry in Indonesia. Duke University Press. ISBN 978-0-8223-4687-6.

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