Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Tibetan Knives - continued
Actually, Tibetan knives have become artistic or craft items. Lhasa, Damxung, Lhaze, Yi'ong and Qamdo are well known for the production of the Tibetan knives, and are favored not only by local people, but also by domestic and foreign tourists.
Typical Tibetan knives of the Xigaze area are produced in Lhaze. The Lahze knife, with its beautiful appearance, sharp blade, and delicate and expensive scabbards, have long been recognized as an outstanding product and are a very fashionable souvenir or gift for tourists. Bright and sparkling, such knivees are handmade of high quality steel.
