Barong from ebay

[Sajen]

Yesterday I received the barong and I am pleased with it, special by the price I paid for. The front crest of the banati wood pommel is old broken what wasen't clearly to seen by the sellers pictures. The sleeve isn't from silver but from an alloy which is unknown for me, I think a german silver alloy. The wooden pommel is oiled with a good wood oil and shows a nice grain and good patina. The ferrule is bend out and need still a little care but is polished. The blade is partly polished and still need an etch. I will try to use the mixture Indianajones suggested for the resin alternative. Will post pictures when all work is done.

Regards,

Detlef