My first yatagan

kai · 20th February 2022, 06:40 PM

I was thinking along the same lines when looking at the pics:
The hilt looks like a safe bet on rhino; any pattern-welding would be another bonus.

Good quality piece that has seen some repairs. Blade has obviously been over-cleaned recently and needs some TLC to bring out the full beauty as well as to bring overall appearance in line with original craftsmanship. Be very careful with the scabbard - based on the pics, I wouldn't try to restore it, I guess.

And please let me know in case you get bored with it...

Regards,
Kai

20th February 2022, 06:40 PM	#4
kai Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,255	I was thinking along the same lines when looking at the pics: The hilt looks like a safe bet on rhino; any pattern-welding would be another bonus. Good quality piece that has seen some repairs. Blade has obviously been over-cleaned recently and needs some TLC to bring out the full beauty as well as to bring overall appearance in line with original craftsmanship. Be very careful with the scabbard - based on the pics, I wouldn't try to restore it, I guess. And please let me know in case you get bored with it... Regards, Kai