You misunderstood David, by workshop I meant recent/modern/repro shop, not an old armoury. We are in complete agreement
. You've drawn out in detail my point.
We see the same thing with the new "damascus" khanjars and kattars with mechanical rain-drop pattern. Made cheaply, sold cheaply at first, but subsequently advertized as antique.
All in all, it's good to have resources like this forum where we can consult with fellow colelctors and differentiate fakes from genuine.
Take care,
Emanuel