You are very welcome Kubur, and I'm glad to be of help.
It is indeed very confusing in these matters, and the fact that these blades not only diffused widely over long periods, but the term 'Genoan' or 'Genoese' became more of a 'brand' than actual form .
Actually the Caucasian blades were like many others, widely traded.
Yes, these blades (typically Chechen) often showed up in not only India, but Arabia, North Africa and many other ports of call and trade entrepots.
This was primarily due to the magnitude of Arab trade, which often coupled with the vast trade networks of Genoa and Venice.
I would note that in North Africa, the term 'janwi' or varied into genouii and others is a reference used loosely to allude to the blades with high quality and often from 'Genoa' (more broadly Italy).
Naturally, like with the blades of Toledo, Solingen began capitalizing on the fame of various makers and blades of Italy, thus further clouding the identity of these.
Again, I will be happy to try to help with any specifics.
Excellent question,
All best regards
Jim
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