New to the forum, Hello, Pictures of swords WARNING LARGE PICS

scotchleaf · 26th September 2010, 03:12 PM

I know these were acquired by the 1970's (when I remember seeing them in my Grandfather's home) but probably in the 50s or 60's

Years ago I put some candle wax on the blade in a misguided attempt to avoid rust.

So, by reading above, I take it that there is a disagreement between posters as to the status of this Mandu - whether it is a tourist item or actually intended for use.

In support of the "tourist item" idea, there does not appear to be much or any wear on the handle like you would think of a well-used sword - but how often did they practice with these?

26th September 2010, 03:12 PM	#11
scotchleaf Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 21	I know these were acquired by the 1970's (when I remember seeing them in my Grandfather's home) but probably in the 50s or 60's Years ago I put some candle wax on the blade in a misguided attempt to avoid rust. So, by reading above, I take it that there is a disagreement between posters as to the status of this Mandu - whether it is a tourist item or actually intended for use. In support of the "tourist item" idea, there does not appear to be much or any wear on the handle like you would think of a well-used sword - but how often did they practice with these?