Wootz blade

TVV · 27th June 2019, 10:46 PM

I have a similar blade from 20 years ago, when I was also a beginner. I suspect other members here may also have some of these newly made khanjars and/or other items made for the souvenir industry, as these are the kind of items many collectors get in the beginning. You should not feel bad about it at all, but rather use this as an opportunity to learn more about the actual antiques, wootz, etc. - this forum is a great starting place, with plenty of interesting threads on Indian arms.

Teodor

Rick · 28th June 2019, 04:31 AM

Sure, I have one of these with carved stone handle.

People made that from scratch; probably a cottage industry; most likely with hand tools which in itself is impressive.

27th June 2019, 10:46 PM	#1
TVV Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,666	I have a similar blade from 20 years ago, when I was also a beginner. I suspect other members here may also have some of these newly made khanjars and/or other items made for the souvenir industry, as these are the kind of items many collectors get in the beginning. You should not feel bad about it at all, but rather use this as an opportunity to learn more about the actual antiques, wootz, etc. - this forum is a great starting place, with plenty of interesting threads on Indian arms. Teodor

28th June 2019, 04:31 AM	#2
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,342	Sure, I have one of these with carved stone handle. People made that from scratch; probably a cottage industry; most likely with hand tools which in itself is impressive.