Characteristics for the Mandau is that the blade is shaped convexly on one side and somewhat concavely on the other side. The blade is mostly made of tempered metals, with exquisite vine-works and inlaid brass. The hilt is made from animal horns, such as deer's horns, although some variations with human bones and fragrant wood also have been found.
The Mandau exhibits a distinctive blade shape, featuring a curved profile on one side and a subtle indentation on the other. The blade is predominantly composed of tempered metals, embellished with delicate vine designs and brass accents. The hilt is typically crafted from animal horns, although some examples incorporate human bones or aromatic woods.