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Old 12th November 2011, 05:15 PM   #1
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gorgeous,

can't wait to see the blade etch, the photos seem to have hints of activity, maybe wishfull thinking.

p.s. - superglue works wonders on hairline cracks in wood hilts. keep wicking it in till it's full then it can be sanded or trimmed flush & crack is essentially gone forever.
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Old 12th November 2011, 05:44 PM   #2
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gorgeous,

can't wait to see the blade etch, the photos seem to have hints of activity, maybe wishfull thinking.

p.s. - superglue works wonders on hairline cracks in wood hilts. keep wicking it in till it's full then it can be sanded or trimmed flush & crack is essentially gone forever.

Thank you for your kind words, hope as well to see a laminated blade!

I am not a fan of superglue by restoration and the cracks are very minor. I have oiled the wood and hope that the cracks don't become bigger and the patina is very nice and will be going by sanding.

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Old 13th November 2011, 07:39 AM   #3
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if they're not structurally significant, i'd not use superglue either
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Old 18th December 2011, 03:14 PM   #4
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Just etched the blade and was positively surprised since the blade have a very nice lamination. Now only need to fill again the open space from the ferrule. Will post pictures when all work is done. I think the investment from 70$ was ok!
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Old 18th December 2011, 03:33 PM   #5
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beautiful pattern, sajen! what did you use to etch?
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beautiful pattern, sajen! what did you use to etch?
Hi Spunjer,

I have used vinegar. Heated the blade and the vinegar as well.

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Old 5th February 2012, 10:34 AM   #7
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All work is done now! I have used the mixture Indiana suggested. What do you think?

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