Walloon sword 17th century

AHorsa · 29th December 2017, 06:37 PM

Dear All,

just acquired this classical walloon sword today. The blade shows the passauer wolf as well as the inscription "S A H A G O M".
The iron condition is amazingly good for its 350 years, only few pittings.

I plan to fix the grip wires but I am not sure if I should remove the rust, which is just loose surface rust and would be easy and gently to remove using e.g. steel wool.
What is your opinion on this? Leave it as found or clean it?

Best regards
Andreas

29th December 2017, 06:37 PM	#1
AHorsa Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Rhineland Posts: 374	Walloon sword 17th century Dear All, just acquired this classical walloon sword today. The blade shows the passauer wolf as well as the inscription "S A H A G O M". The iron condition is amazingly good for its 350 years, only few pittings. I plan to fix the grip wires but I am not sure if I should remove the rust, which is just loose surface rust and would be easy and gently to remove using e.g. steel wool. What is your opinion on this? Leave it as found or clean it? Best regards Andreas Attached Images