gorgeous,  
 
can't wait to see the blade etch, the photos seem to have hints of activity, maybe wishfull thinking. 
 
p.s. - superglue works wonders on hairline cracks in wood hilts. keep wicking it in till it's full then it can be sanded or trimmed flush & crack is essentially gone forever.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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