INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
TEHRAN-- Knives made by hand are among the most popular keepsakes of the northwestern city of Zanajn.Zanjan knives are thought about among
the most genuine handicrafts of the region
Their reputation and popularity extend far beyond the borders, with skilled artisans working in this field.During the Achaemenid duration (c
550-- 330 BC), Zanjan was a weapon-making hub
There are a number of elements contributing to the knife industry in Zanjan, including its geographic area, its role in various historical
wars (both before and after the Islamic era), its distance to nearby provinces, its place at the center of Eastern and Western
civilizations, and its proximity to the central plateau.In addition to the availability of basic materials, Zanjans abundant mines of iron
and copper also contributed to its prominence as a knife-making center.However, there is little about the history of this field of
handicrafts, however according to the historic documents along with travelogues, it can be concluded that from the 17th century, Zanjan was
a city where knives, swords, and daggers were produced exceptionally and a great deal of knives making workshops were installed.Due to their
style, cut, variety, and toughness, Zanjan knives have been the most successful among the handmade products in other cities.The essential
product for handcrafted knives is iron
The deal with is made from materials such as elk horns, seashells, wood, fiber, or ivory
The knife makers generally sculpt their names into the blade
Gems, fashion jewelry, filigree, pieces of seashells, and ivory are some of the ornate they add to their creations.The most important tools
utilized by the cutlers are hammers, sledgehammers, scissors, and kilns
To make a knife, first, the master heats up the iron in the kiln
After it reaches the correct degree, it is created into knife, sword, and dagger blades by the effect of the hammer
He masterfully produces the manage using products like horns or ivory and connects it to the blade
Finally, the blade is ground and chrome plated.The knife makers of Zanjan normally carve their names into the blade
Gems, precious jewelry, filigree, pieces of seashells, and ivory are a few of the accessories they contribute to their products
From small ornamental knives that are utilized as essential chains to big swords, a wide variety of products are made in the workshops.The
deal with offers a chance for the artistry of their makers, who attempt to add to their appeal and uniqueness as much as possible
Attributes such as spring-assisted-like opening, high sharpness of the blade and excellent grip are a few of the traits of Zanjan
knives.However, nowadays the art of making handmade knives, which as soon as grew in Zanjan, is being fallen into oblivion.ABU/ AM
