Karambit
The karambit or kerambit (as used in Indonesian), kurambik or karambiak (both from the Minangkabau language) is a small Indonesian curved knife resembling a claw, associated with the Minangkabau people of West Sumatra. The karambit is one of the weapons commonly used in pencak silat and Filipino martial arts.
| Karambit | |
|---|---|
A traditional Minangkabau style karambit, Lawi Ayam, pre-1887. | |
| Type | Concealed blade |
| Place of origin | Indonesia (West Sumatra) |
| Specifications | |
| Blade type | Single, double or triple edged, crescent curve |
| Hilt type | Water buffalo horn, wooden, ivory |
| Scabbard/sheath | Water buffalo horn, wooden |
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