How many Kris's are made of Indian steel?

Jens Nordlunde · 20th January 2008, 09:03 PM

When I wrote the thread I did realise the mention of both iron and steel, but I let it pass, as I felt sure that someone with a bigger knowledge that I have on the subject would comment on it - just like you did

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Yes, I too believe that the iron mentioned must have been bloomery and the steel must have been wootz - although I can't be sure. What surprised me, however, was the amount exported to a 'single' place, so I would be surpriced if it is only a few kris's which are made of Indian iron/steel.

20th January 2008, 09:03 PM	#3
Jens Nordlunde Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Europe Posts: 2,718	When I wrote the thread I did realise the mention of both iron and steel, but I let it pass, as I felt sure that someone with a bigger knowledge that I have on the subject would comment on it - just like you did. Yes, I too believe that the iron mentioned must have been bloomery and the steel must have been wootz - although I can't be sure. What surprised me, however, was the amount exported to a 'single' place, so I would be surpriced if it is only a few kris's which are made of Indian iron/steel.