MORO KRIS

carlos · 15th March 2007, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by kai

Congrats, Carlos - a very nice kris! I especially like the baca-baca.

I assume you're going to clean and etch the blade? I'd love to see pics of the blade after that...

How can I clean and etch the blade?
Thanks

Battara · 15th March 2007, 10:48 PM

Well, traditionally you could heat up the blade (low heat) and apply vinegar and lime (or lemon) juice on the blade, then wiping it off. You could also use a quicker (but needing more care) with Radio Shack etchant (1/4 acid - 3/4 distilled water). If you use the latter, rinse off the stuff and rub with baking soda to neutralize the acid.

15th March 2007, 10:48 PM	#2
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,310	Well, traditionally you could heat up the blade (low heat) and apply vinegar and lime (or lemon) juice on the blade, then wiping it off. You could also use a quicker (but needing more care) with Radio Shack etchant (1/4 acid - 3/4 distilled water). If you use the latter, rinse off the stuff and rub with baking soda to neutralize the acid.