Etching, Conservation, and when to do nothing?

[Rick]

I had to haul out my example of this type .
Note to Steve , fish glue is even better than Elmers as it is water soluble and can be totally removed if needed .

Anyway , you can see the design on the scabbard and the blade pattern ; the forging and file work do not compare to Steve's but I will say that this kris is the sharpest of all that I own . Sometimes just looking at it will cut you !
This blade is evil sharp .