Albanian Jambiya/Khanjar Wootz?

Rick · 27th July 2008, 04:28 PM

Hi Josh,
I'm not so sure this is a great idea .
I would be very concerned for the antique blades that might be ruined by over zealous, inexperienced new collectors .

Many of the chemicals can be dangerous beasts without perfect blade preparation and extreme care in application and follow up .

Then there's toxicity .

Add to that our vast amount of Lurkers who may go off half cocked and ruin a valuable piece of history .

I feel a bit of trepidation in providing such a manual .

I suppose some would say; " I bought it it's mine to do whatever I please with."
Really though, we don't own these pieces of history; we are the temporary custodians who have a responsibility preserve these weapons for future generations .

27th July 2008, 04:28 PM	#12
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,366	A Manual For Destruction ? Hi Josh, I'm not so sure this is a great idea . I would be very concerned for the antique blades that might be ruined by over zealous, inexperienced new collectors . Many of the chemicals can be dangerous beasts without perfect blade preparation and extreme care in application and follow up . Then there's toxicity . Add to that our vast amount of Lurkers who may go off half cocked and ruin a valuable piece of history . I feel a bit of trepidation in providing such a manual . I suppose some would say; " I bought it it's mine to do whatever I please with." Really though, we don't own these pieces of history; we are the temporary custodians who have a responsibility preserve these weapons for future generations .