Question :

I am not very specific.

I can be philosopher or gun.

The sun can make me.

So can man.

A trick he learned ages ago.

I was in many hands then.

And I fed and slaughtered the masses.

I am in fewer hands now.

And I see less bloodshed.

But my clash and chime are yet revered.

After Silver and stone.

What am I?

Answer : scroll below

Bronze