Questions about Japanese Tanto

45Auto · 23rd July 2007, 03:58 PM

The tsuba, or handguard, is attractive in an understated way. The edge was made with a textured finish. The polished copper has bright flecks in it.

I think the sleeve on the blade could be made of the same copper alloy, but the flecks are dark. I don’t want to do anything to wreck the dagger, but if possible, I’d like to bring back the bright copper flecks on the sleeve to match those on the hand guard.

23rd July 2007, 03:58 PM	#2
45Auto Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 16	The tsuba, or handguard, is attractive in an understated way. The edge was made with a textured finish. The polished copper has bright flecks in it. I think the sleeve on the blade could be made of the same copper alloy, but the flecks are dark. I don’t want to do anything to wreck the dagger, but if possible, I’d like to bring back the bright copper flecks on the sleeve to match those on the hand guard. Attached Images