Thanks for the comment Grey.
My interest in nihonto was unexpected, but has proven to be an interesting subject of study as I go forward.
This blade became my charge by way of the estate/will of my father's brother, a WW2 Pacific War veteran who was a very special "hero" of mine. Member's comments will be respected and appreciated.
I'm concerned about the rust area on the tip. It has been cleaned well with fine oil a couple of times recently. What are your thoughts? What, if anything, can I do to stop the further and predictable decline?
Knowing that a polish isn't feasible in the near future; what more can be done do to aid in preserving the blade? Is there possibly of some moisture trapped in the base of the saya?
Also; do the photos and measurements provide any hint to the blade's age, school-of-smiths, or etc.
Even if it is junk, don't worry about my feelings. Just want to know as much as I can about it, and how best to care for this blade.
My thoughts are that these old blades have voices and many on this forum can hear and understand them. On the other hand, and at this point with my blade, I can only imagine what it may well have to say.
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