I am no Rohm etch expert but the makers mark looks way off to me as well.
If it was sold by Whittman I am sure it was an honest mistake and hey, you've got your guarentee.
I applaud Pat and Ed for making their (correct) observations heard. Being able to honestly speak out and voice concerns regardless of hobby politics is what GDC should be about.
I have always appreciated Mr. Whittmann, if this dagger is bad (which I also believe) then it shows nothing more than the fact that Whittman is a human being and (like the rest of us) can make mistakes.
Dagger = Bad
Whittmann = GOOD
