Parang (knife)

The parang (/ˈpɑːrɑːŋ/) is a type of knife used across the Malay archipelago.

Parang
A souvenir Indonesian parang pisang (banana parang)
TypeChopper (knife)
Place of originMalay archipelago region
Service history
Used byAustronesian
Specifications
Blade typeSingle edge, convex edge
Hilt typeWater buffalo horn, wood
Scabbard/sheathWater buffalo horn, wood
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