See the objects. Hear the questions. Follow the evidence.
The Keris Collector produces videos on keris, collecting, material culture, heritage, research and practical object knowledge.
Some videos explain fundamentals.
Others examine specific objects, explore historical questions or document places and cultural experiences.
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Watch This First | 2025 Updates | Important For Collectors of Bladed Weapons
NEW Licensing Rules for Bladed Weapons in Singapore WEF 1st July 2025
About This Video
Starting 1 July 2025, Singapore enforces the Guns, Explosives and Weapons Control Act (GEWCA), and if you own or collect bladed weapons like keris, swords, or spears… this affects YOU.
Language: English
Programme: The Keris Collector
Duration: 6 minutes 17 seconds
New To The Channel?
What Is A Keris?
A foundational introduction.
Understanding The Keris
A deeper object-based explainer.
Start Collecting With Context
A practical introduction for collectors.
Browse Videos By Subject
Keris Fundamentals
Anatomy, blade form, dapur, pamor and terminology.
Object Studies
Close looks at specific kerises and related material objects.
Collecting & Care
Practical advice, documentation, handling and collecting experience.
Research & Evidence
Historical claims, myth-testing, source discussion and investigative content.
Heritage & Places
Singapore, Malay heritage, field visits and cultural interpretation.
Conversations & Media
Interviews, collaborations, appearances and discussion-based content.
Featured Video | 2026
EP 42: Betul Ke Keris Semua Ada Pendampingnya?
About This Video
Pak JoFe joins Raja Razie, host of RR Unscripted, for an open and unscripted conversation about the keris, exploring beliefs, perceptions and some of the questions commonly associated with the keris in Malay culture.
Language: Malay
Programme: RR Unscripted
Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes
Past Media Features
CNA | Lifestyle (2017)
Debut feature on CNA.
CNA | Hobsessions (2025)
Debut feature on CNA Hobsessions
Berita MediaCorp | (2021)
Debut feature on Berita MediaCorp
Keris Fundamentals
Anatomy Of A Keris (I)
A complete keris consists of several related components.
Counting Keris Luk(s)
Did you know that there are more than five ways to count keris luks?
Anatomy Of A Keris (II)
Mind boggling details found on a keris blade.
Object Studies
Top 5 Keris To Collect (2021)
A basic guide for new collectors, I share the 5 keris types to start off with.
UnBoxing A Keris (2021)
I missed this keris at an Italian Auction but it made its way to me eventually.
UnBoxing A Keris Book | (2021)
Another literature on the subject of the keris added to my library.
Collecting & Practical Knowledge
Protect Your Keris Blade (2020)
Protect your keris blade from rust. My early attempts at instructional videos.
Removing A Stuck Blade (2024)
If your keris blade is stuck in its sheath, try this first.
Preparing Warangan | (2022)
Curious to know if you can prepare your own keris warangan, I tried.
Research & Evidence
Electrified Rocks? (2024)
Don’t be too easily amazed by strange phenomenon. There is always science.
Besi Tujuh Pa? (2024)
What’s with all the hype for Keris Besi Tujuh Pa? Here’s what I debunked.
Keris Useless In Battle? (2024)
Is it true a keris has no practical value on the battlefield?
Heritage Beyond The Object
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Conversations & Appearances
Invited As A Guest on Warna 94.2FM (2019)
Hosted by AB Shaik and Mariam Masod, simultaneously live streamed on Facebook.
Quick Watches
Stuck Keris Blade? (2026)
Stuck keris blade? Don’t force it. There is a simple technique to release it!
What Is A Keris? (2023)
What is a keris in under a minute? Here’s my quick take.
What Is Pamur | (2023)
Pamur is not damascene? I attempt to explain in under one minute.
Sometimes You Need To See The Object
A photograph can show form.
A catalogue can record dimensions.
An essay can explain an argument.
But video can reveal movement, scale, handling, construction and details that are difficult to communicate in still images alone.
Watch closely.
Then keep asking questions.
Preserve Through Discovery.
Getting Started
- For the newbies and the beginners.
- License To Possess Weapons In Singapore
- A Beginner’s Guide: Starting A Keris Collection In Singapore
Advanced Topics
- For the experienced enthusiasts and seasoned collectors.
- License To Possess Weapons In Singapore
- A Beginner’s Guide: Top Five Keris Collected In Singapore
- 28 Aug 2026 – Stuck Keris Blade? Don’t Force It.
Guest Appearance
- Featured as a guest on other channels.
- 2026 – When Someone Else Asks the Questions: My Conversation with Raja Razie on RR.Unscripted
- 2025 – Channel News Asia | Hobsessions: Blades of Passion
- 2021 – Mediacorp Berita Jam 8 | PBS Television News Feature
- 2017 – Channel News Asia | Singapore’s Keris Collector Defends His Malay Heritage One Blade At A Time
- 2019 – Mediacorp Warna 94.2 | PBS Live On Air Radio Feature