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wilked aka Khun Deng · 17th December 2004, 07:52 AM

I do know who you are talking about. He does have a real mix of stuff. From obvious tourist stuff to reproductions made to look old, and many real antiques. He has NO knowledge of blades though, but he used to carry some of the high-end stuff from Aranyik. You probably made a great deal - just try looking at the prices at River City and you'll know what I mean.

As for cleaning -clean away, the value of this sword is in how much you prize it. Since it is not an antique you will not detract from its value. Take care of it like you would any other weapon, clean up the rust with some fine steel wool, light coat of oil and I like Old English for the wood. Brasso on the ferrule. You might want to tape off the other parts when you use the Brasso.

17th December 2004, 07:52 AM	#8
wilked aka Khun Deng Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Oahu, Hawaii Posts: 166	Dealer I do know who you are talking about. He does have a real mix of stuff. From obvious tourist stuff to reproductions made to look old, and many real antiques. He has NO knowledge of blades though, but he used to carry some of the high-end stuff from Aranyik. You probably made a great deal - just try looking at the prices at River City and you'll know what I mean. As for cleaning -clean away, the value of this sword is in how much you prize it. Since it is not an antique you will not detract from its value. Take care of it like you would any other weapon, clean up the rust with some fine steel wool, light coat of oil and I like Old English for the wood. Brasso on the ferrule. You might want to tape off the other parts when you use the Brasso.