Revival of an old fighter

Sajen · 18th October 2015, 12:29 PM

Have bought some time ago this neglected barong. Here the pictures of this piece after it was received.

Sajen · 18th October 2015, 12:31 PM

one picture more

Sajen · 18th October 2015, 12:43 PM

First step of restauration was the scabbard, here the pictures.

Sajen · 18th October 2015, 01:09 PM

It was found that the handle was broken in two parts, the beak was missing and the silver ferrule was also in a very bad state.

The handle byself is restored already, next step will be the restauration of the ferrule.

I will update this thread when the restauration is completed. A great compliment to the restorer who has done until now an outstanding job by this piece.

colin henshaw · 18th October 2015, 01:25 PM

Hi Detlef

Looks a nice job, so far

Sajen · 18th October 2015, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by colin henshaw

Hi Detlef

Looks a nice job, so far

Hi Colin,

thank you but the compliment have to go to someone other! But he will see your compliment!

Regards,
Detlef

CharlesS · 18th October 2015, 01:41 PM

Great job Detlef! I bet it took some patience with that rattan.

I know these scabbards are not as old, but it's hard not to love the great carving typically seen on them.

Sajen · 18th October 2015, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by CharlesS

Great job Detlef! I bet it took some patience with that rattan.

I know these scabbards are not as old, but it's hard not to love the great carving typically seen on them.

Hello Charles,

yes, I agree, the restorer has done a grat job. And who have ever tried to straighten such a rattan binding will know how difficult this is and how much patience it need. And I agree with you, this carvings are really nice.

Regards,
Detlef

Rick · 18th October 2015, 04:35 PM

That ferrule will be a challenge; it's silver isn't it?
It looks like it might end up as much solder as silver when it's finally done.

18th October 2015, 12:29 PM	#1
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,781	Revival of an old fighter Have bought some time ago this neglected barong. Here the pictures of this piece after it was received. Attached Images

18th October 2015, 12:31 PM	#2
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,781	one picture more Attached Images

18th October 2015, 12:43 PM	#3
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,781	First step of restauration was the scabbard, here the pictures. Attached Images

18th October 2015, 01:09 PM	#4
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 8,781	It was found that the handle was broken in two parts, the beak was missing and the silver ferrule was also in a very bad state. The handle byself is restored already, next step will be the restauration of the ferrule. I will update this thread when the restauration is completed. A great compliment to the restorer who has done until now an outstanding job by this piece. Attached Images

18th October 2015, 01:25 PM	#5
colin henshaw Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1,430	Hi Detlef Looks a nice job, so far

18th October 2015, 01:41 PM	#7
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,857	Great job Detlef! I bet it took some patience with that rattan. I know these scabbards are not as old, but it's hard not to love the great carving typically seen on them.

18th October 2015, 04:35 PM	#9
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,293	That ferrule will be a challenge; it's silver isn't it? It looks like it might end up as much solder as silver when it's finally done.