Indian Tulwar: important?

[ariel]

Spiral,

The thread you refer to discusses Italian-made Piha Kaetta. My one and only remark on the subject was:
"If the Italians can make Piha Kaettas, why wouldn't the Rajastanis make Dhas or the Thais Kastanes?
Weapons know not borders.....
(Am I misquoting someone famous?)"

Well, I was prophetic:-) :

http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=758

As you see, there was not a trace of sarcasm or disrespect. Your recall was, indeed, inaccurate. But that's beyond the point.

My point is that there are "subjective importances" and "objective importances". The former cannot be judged, the latter must. Dom's example of a 150 years old nimcha-like dagger from his military unit is a wonderful example of the former (BTW, Dom, congratulations!). But even the most plain sword providing evidence for a groundbreaking event or development, or belonging to a truly famous historical personality is objectively important. This is where I think my new tulwar belongs. Thanks to Jens for providing the confirmation.
Best wishes,
Ariel