Sulu twistcore

[DaveS]

Here is a twist-core that I think is from Sulu. 23 1/2 inch blade. On the end of the horse-hoof pommel is a small carved rosette. Kris should date from the early 1900s. No scabbard........Dave.

[David]

Nice… Love to see a vinegar etch on this blade, but maybe that's just me.

[DaveS]

David: 98% of the etches that I do are done with phosphoric acid. I only use ferric chloride if the metal doesn't respond to the phosphoric. The few times that I have tried vinegar, it didn't really do much, at least not to my liking anyway............Dave.

[Battara]

I have seen a number of this style of twist core and it is looking to me like this is a form of twist core done more toward the end of the 19th century.

Nice and love the pommel carving. And yes it is a Sulu blade.

[David]

Originally Posted by DaveS

David: 98% of the etches that I do are done with phosphoric acid. I only use ferric chloride if the metal doesn't respond to the phosphoric. The few times that I have tried vinegar, it didn't really do much, at least not to my liking anyway............Dave.

My point was a light etch to add a touch of contrast Dave. Any way that suits you i guess.

[DaveS]

Originally Posted by David

My point was a light etch to add a touch of contrast Dave. Any way that suits you i guess.

Sorry David, it sounded like you were wanting a lot more contrast......Dave

[David]

Originally Posted by DaveS

Sorry David, it sounded like you were wanting a lot more contrast……Dave

Nope. I never thought vinegar was the way to go for heavy contrast. It's such a mild acid.