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mariusgmioc · 17th March 2018, 10:10 AM

I have the same issue of lighter patches of wootz in more blades (see Persian Kard with discoloured patches near the koftgari on both sides). I suspect it is because of different heat treatment. Nothing unusual.

Lovely dagger!

17th March 2018, 10:10 AM	#9
mariusgmioc Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Austria Posts: 1,870	I have the same issue of lighter patches of wootz in more blades (see Persian Kard with discoloured patches near the koftgari on both sides). I suspect it is because of different heat treatment. Nothing unusual. Lovely dagger! Attached Images