Hi Vandoo,
Mr. Lubian does accept repairs on old kris and barongs. What he usually does is replace ALL the old MOP with ones that bear his trademark etching (as shown in the picture). I think it is his way to let everyone know that the repair was done by him.
He can also do scabbards, replace hilts, name it he can do it.
His only limitation is his work schedule considering that he is also into furniture work and brass and metal plaques.
As to your question on what is a Xoom fee this is because there is no Paypal here in the Phils. Xoom.com is one alternative to send payments here but a fee is charge for every transaction.
If i have the time and if the mods will allow I can post pictures of his works here.
Federico, the large Weapons plaque I got it from him. He has done custom jobs also but personally I like his barongs more than his krises.
I have also commissioned some pieces (junggayan hilts) which i hope he can start soon.
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