Beautifully detailed and explained Spiral!!! Thank you so much!!!
I really appreciate your insight into these fascinating weapons and especially your photos that illustrate the varying 'cho's. I had often heard the explanation regarding symbolism of the sexual organ of Kali, however had not heard of the temple roof association. It would seem that in the subcontinent, especially on Hindu weapons, that architectural symbolism has often been employed, and this appears to carry forth that concept. It is thought as well that the tulwar hilt carrys certain association in the decorative structure that represent the stupa.
Thank you again, and its really good to hear from you!
Thanks again Derek, for showing these and for sharing your information and perspective. A few years ago talking with JP I recall him telling me about some hoard of Nepalese weapons being acquired by some concern here in the US, but did not recall that it was ATL cutlery. Sounds like a mouth-watering situation though from the volume of weapons he noted!
I agree , I hope Bill will chime in on this.
Andrew, thanks for the note and I'm glad to see Derek and Spiral here....I hope JP will come back too. I think its fantastic to see specialization on key weapon forms, and the comprehensive material shared here is outstanding.
Thanks very much Gentlemen!!!
All the best,
Jim