Ethical restoration or not?
I have a turkish sword with a hopelessly detached crossguard. Originally, it was secured with some kind of native adhesive, similar to what is used on tulwars ( at least looking like it).
I am debating whether I should go into researching the exact original formula, use similar but modern concoctions ( sealing wax with brick powder, for example) or just go for the tried and true epoxy ( my preference due to the availability of material, excellent structural outcome and ease of use).
I remember Artzi's lesson on kilij restoration, where he used epoxy.
How legitimate and ethical would it be to use epoxy?
I am not showing the sword now since I pose an almost hypothetical questions, but will post it when the job is done.
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