Damascus swords are famous for their resilience and the intricate, flowing patterns that are imprinted on the blades, but the secret of their forging has been lost for centuries.

Having said that, swords are thought to have evolved out of daggers, so where you decide to draw the line distinguishing the two is the topic of some debate. Generally speaking, however, the ...

Mater Charact, 1993, 30:175 10. Verhoeven J D, Pendary A H, Berge P M. Studies of Damascus steel blades: Part II—Destruction and reformation of the patterns. Mater Charact, 1993, 30: 187 11. Verhoeven ...

Damascus swords — sharp enough to slice a falling piece of silk in half, strong enough to split stones without dulling — owe their legendary qualities to carbon nanotubes, says chemist and ...

Making a Katana from titanium or how I made a Katana sword from titanium, to be honest, I myself did not figure out the name. I'll leave this question to the viewer's judgment, to share your opinion ...

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It was in Syria by 3 B.C. Sword smiths in Syria created what became known as Damascus swords. Japan even had a type of Damascus steel by around 700 A.D. that was used for the best Samurai swords.

Iconic Damascus Sword monument illuminated after restoration The iconic sword monument in Umayyad Square, a landmark in the Syrian capital, has been illuminated with LED lights following a recent ...