Deja vu all over again...
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ht=restoration
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ht=restoration
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ht=restoration
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ht=restoration
The opinions vary : some people like to bring their weapons to the original condition, others like to see the ravages of time. Take your pick.
All agree that active rust needs to be taken care of and that regular cleaning/oiling is a must.