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Old 23rd October 2006, 06:59 PM   #11
Bill M
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Originally Posted by Mark Bowditch
One of the nicest features of Bhutanese swords, in my opinion, is the hairpin folding pattern in the blades. Such a pattern is faintly visible in yours under the patina and rust. If you are not averse to restoration (versus conservation), you might want to have it polished a bit and etched to bring out the pattern.

A little 600 grit and WD40 should help. Then 1500 if it does not make it too muddy.

Thanks Steve also!
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