Dharia Patterned Blade???

archer · 23rd March 2012, 01:35 AM

Hi, Here is the second Dahari. The steel contrasts after etching and it is left only partially cleaned and frosted to enhance visiblity. the questions are these patterns recognizable? It seems coarser nearer the the hilt, definitely coarser on the off show side throughout. My question is should I try more etching and polishing, Am I just dreaming about the fine patterns inter mingled with a coarser pattern? Note last photo has two areas that may be due to forging.
Please give me your opinions on this one, Thanks Steve

23rd March 2012, 01:35 AM	#1
archer Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 373	Dharia Patterned Blade??? Hi, Here is the second Dahari. The steel contrasts after etching and it is left only partially cleaned and frosted to enhance visiblity. the questions are these patterns recognizable? It seems coarser nearer the the hilt, definitely coarser on the off show side throughout. My question is should I try more etching and polishing, Am I just dreaming about the fine patterns inter mingled with a coarser pattern? Note last photo has two areas that may be due to forging. Please give me your opinions on this one, Thanks Steve Attached Images