Our Ribbed Kada Bracelet features a unique criss-cross ribbed texture that is created on each piece individually. Hand formed steel bracelets are heated to a fiery red in a furnace and then the texture is skillfully added on each piece. The black color is a result of this forging process. These Special Edition Men's Bracelets are inspired by the 17th century Indian Martial Arts traditions of North India when they were worn as protective talismans.