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Ann Feuerbach · 17th March 2005, 02:54 PM

I wrote a bit about reasons for different patterns in the A worthy Kattar thread.

You do know that the blade on the left is pattern welded Damascus, not wootz.

The influence of ingot cooling and forging is, however, something I am/would like to work on further. As a side point, from what I have studied, the Persians etc (at least at Merv), had a very advanced level of craftsmenship and technical, science skills. More "advanced" than the Indians. However, I have some great meals over a campfire, compared to 4 star restarants. That is to say, sofistication does not equal "better" craftsmen.

17th March 2005, 02:54 PM	#8
Ann Feuerbach Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 133	I wrote a bit about reasons for different patterns in the A worthy Kattar thread. You do know that the blade on the left is pattern welded Damascus, not wootz. The influence of ingot cooling and forging is, however, something I am/would like to work on further. As a side point, from what I have studied, the Persians etc (at least at Merv), had a very advanced level of craftsmenship and technical, science skills. More "advanced" than the Indians. However, I have some great meals over a campfire, compared to 4 star restarants. That is to say, sofistication does not equal "better" craftsmen.