Khanda Questions

Stan S. · 7th January 2012, 12:26 AM

Yep, looks like it was bent and straightened. Shame...

Also looks like it could be wootz. Could this bending be a result of a genuine battle damage?

I too have a sosun pattah in my collection (northern form) with thin double fullers running 3/4 of blade's length. I'll have to go through my old pictures to find a couple that I can share.

Archer: I would advise you against attempting to straighten the blade or urge to at least be VERY careful. Based on your 2nd set of pictures, I can see cracks forming at the points of bending. Chances are that any tempering with these areas may cause additional damage.

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7th January 2012, 12:26 AM	#15
Stan S. Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Brooklyn, NY USA Posts: 227	Yep, looks like it was bent and straightened. Shame... Also looks like it could be wootz. Could this bending be a result of a genuine battle damage? I too have a sosun pattah in my collection (northern form) with thin double fullers running 3/4 of blade's length. I'll have to go through my old pictures to find a couple that I can share. Archer: I would advise you against attempting to straighten the blade or urge to at least be VERY careful. Based on your 2nd set of pictures, I can see cracks forming at the points of bending. Chances are that any tempering with these areas may cause additional damage.