Michael, I noted this thread a few weeks ago, but at the time was in a situation where I could not post to the Forum.
It is difficult to give an iron-clad opinion based on a photo, but what immediately catches my eye is the apparent flaw in the opposite side of the blade to the side with the inset. This flaw appears to correspond in position to the area with the inset. From what I can see here, I'm inclined to think this inset is a repair intended to strengthen the flawed area.
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