Thank' for the kind words!
Interesting Ian, is there a reason for those country not to have developped pamor?
The pattern is bold on the blade because I etched it in feric chloride, an acid that brings a lot of contrast. Ancient smith were using vinegar or other mild acidic solution (in the west I heard about urine as well...) that doesn't bring out such contrast. Even a careful polishing will alow to see the pattern in a very nice subtle way, in japanese blade for exemple, I think the chinese also.
Vandoo, it is not a temper line but a piece of steel sandwiched between damascus. The wavy lines and dots were created by drilling holes trough the damascus until the bottom of it touches the steel core. Forging the edge brings the core "up".
It is very organic.I wanted to have this blade a river flowing look. There is a river pebble on the scabbard to "attached" it to the blade ( yes made the scabbard too, it is lacquered maple).
Thank's for the welcome I'm sure to find a lot of interesting things here! And add the little knowledge I have!
Antoine M.