My eBay Venture

[dbhmgb]

Don't worry everyone. I have the original hilt, but I found an issue at the last minute that precluded me from using it for the pictures, so I just slapped that one on. I'll take one more when it's done...

[dbhmgb]

Here's the original hilt - it's really not quite ready, but you can see the improvement.

Greybeard - thanks! I feel fortunate to have won this keris!

For cleaning I use a fine grade steel wool and work out all the imperfections, then is use light coat of a very light stain with polyurethane. When that dries I use a high grade wood oil and let that soak in. The results are usually good.

The blade is just pineapple juice, stiff brushes and fine grade steel wool.

[Greybeard]

Dan, now I'm really tempted to try pinapple juice instead of my usual deluted vinegar -- your results are just too good!

[dbhmgb]

Originally Posted by Greybeard

Dan, now I'm really tempted to try pinapple juice instead of my usual deluted vinegar -- your results are just too good!

I have to be honest, I'm shocked at the results (plus very pleased)!

[asomotif]

Nice job !

I like the mendak. looks almost like suasa

[David]

Originally Posted by asomotif

I like the mendak. looks almost like suasa

I'd say that is unlikely given how tarnished it was at the beginning. More likely copper or brass.

[dbhmgb]

Originally Posted by David

I'd say that is unlikely given how tarnished it was at the beginning. More likely copper or brass.

You're right! It's copper...