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|  8th September 2006, 02:17 PM | #1 | 
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			Hi all, I have read some materials such as posts, books and mags about WOOTZ, and think that I really need one......for their beautiful patterns.   There are two blades from which I can choose one. Here need help to recognise each one's authenticity, age and so on. Any opinion is important for me. Many Thanks. the longer one      Last edited by shangrila; 8th September 2006 at 03:41 PM. | 
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|  8th September 2006, 02:18 PM | #2 | 
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			the longer one       | 
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|  8th September 2006, 02:19 PM | #3 | 
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			the shorter one       | 
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|  8th September 2006, 02:19 PM | #4 | 
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			the shorter one      By the way, can anyone give me some advice on prices? thanks again.   Last edited by shangrila; 8th September 2006 at 03:40 PM. | 
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|  8th September 2006, 03:22 PM | #5 | 
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			Well the shorter one is definitely wootz. The longer one, I don't see a pattern, but I'm no expert. It may take etching to bring it out. Forum rules prohibit discussions of price. Welcome! Steve Ferguson | 
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