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Old 25th April 2005, 01:26 PM   #4
M.carter
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Originally Posted by Jeff D
Sweet saber,

I agree with Rick except the wootz looks more "granular" which would suggest an Indian origin. I can't tell is there a ricasso?

Nice find.
Jeff
I would have to disagree with you Jeff. I think the wootz is of typical syrian 'sham' wootz, but this time with a high contrast. I agree with rick on his points. The scabbard is totally Persian, so is the crossguard too.
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