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			yes, that's about right... you can leave it as it is, or you can add bands of rattan or silver to cover the seams, both by the throat and the toe, then probably two more in between...
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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 Have thought about this but not decided yet. First will be the hilt restore. Thank's again, Detlef  | 
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			How goes the restoration on this piece, Detlef? Any updates?
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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   Regards, Detlef  | 
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