Arbir
An Arbir is an Indonesian weapon,[1] a halberd, approximately five feet (1.5 m) long.
| Arbir | |
|---|---|
 The Arbir of Pencak Silat: (a)Spear-butted type, (b)spike-butted type | |
| Type | Halberd |
| Place of origin | Indonesia |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Pencak Silat exponent |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 1.5 m |
| Blade type | Single edge |
| Hilt type | Wood |
The staff has a shallow groove running along its length marking the plane of the blade, allowing the user to determine exactly where the cutting edge is at all times. The Arbir is one of three special weapons used by members of the Persatuan Pentjak Silat Selurah Indonesia (PPSI).
See also
References
- Draeger, Donn F. (15 April 1992). Weapons & Fighting Arts of Indonesia. Tuttle Publishing. p. 172. ISBN 978-0-8048-1716-5. Retrieved 28 January 2013.
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