ID for Ancient Kujang / Kudi? Hindu /Siam/Persian influence?

drdavid · 10th May 2006, 10:29 AM

Thank you for a very interesting discussion, there is a great deal to consider here. Please excuse my novice question here but is it easier to forge a square tang or a round tang, because it would seem easier to make a round hole than a square hole in the piece of wood that is used as a handle. Perhaps there is a reason other than the function of the item that determines some of its physical characteristics?
DrD

10th May 2006, 10:29 AM	#20
drdavid Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 373	Thank you for a very interesting discussion, there is a great deal to consider here. Please excuse my novice question here but is it easier to forge a square tang or a round tang, because it would seem easier to make a round hole than a square hole in the piece of wood that is used as a handle. Perhaps there is a reason other than the function of the item that determines some of its physical characteristics? DrD