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Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 30th January 2023, 06:26 PM
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Posted By John Hsiya
Exclamation Sword cleaning - mistakes to avoid

Hello,

I thought it would be helpful (and perhaps a bit therapeutic) to speak of some of the mistakes which can happen during attempts at preservation. I feel many of our mistakes go unspoken, but...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 29th January 2023, 07:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,652
Posted By John Hsiya
Thank you everyone for all the input so far! ...

Thank you everyone for all the input so far!

I completely agree with the importance of preserving the grip as much as possible. It's actually the main thing that drew me to the sword & I'll be...
Forum: Ethnographic Weapons 28th January 2023, 04:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,652
Posted By John Hsiya
Question Khanda / Hindu Basket Hilt - RUST under grip

Hello,

I am in process of preserving a basket-hilted firangi tulwar. It has what I assume to be its original padding and grip (which is some sort of coated fibrous weave).

There appears to be...
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