... further to what Alan has said, but slightly off topic.
Damascene or Damasteel is different from what true Damastus steel is and has become a bit of a misnomer,
Pulad or wootz is a cruicible steel and is the correct term for the type of steel used in old blades from Damascus. Very few people can make this type of steel these days. A google for the above terms should turn up some images to better illustrate the difference.
Cheers
Jason
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