Indian Swords and Daggers have an unparalleled range and variety of shape and form. And their ornamentation and empellishment have been equally unmatched. However, only a very few specialised works on the subject are available. Here is, therefore, a noteworthy work -- almost a pioneering study -- on the subject. Which is largely based on the author''s investigation of the twin weapons in "his own small collection" and most armouries (and Museums) visited by him in India and abroad.