BuckarooBanzai

That you Del and Grey. Appreciate the advice.

Thanks ChrisW. I see you're from Indiana. My friend was from Elizabeth, IN. Is there a tutorial or specific method to follow for attempting to remove a blemish with high-purity isopropyl alcohol? I could try that. I've only tried removing the blemish with the powder ball and microfiber cloth (re-oiling after). Thanks again.

Thanks for the kind words JD808. I appreciate them. He was a great man and I'm just trying to do right by him. I may consider removing the blemish in the future by a good togishi if I can take it somewhere local. This isn't the kind of item I'd want to ship out. A bit subborn on my part, but I'd want to be around for any work done to the blade. If there are any good Los Angeles togishis, any recommendations would be appreciated. I indeed have the choji oil, rice powder ball, and microfiber cloth. I was given his kit along with the sword, and the small sabitori block was included.

Hello everyone, First time poster. Found this forum from some brief searching and was hoping to obtain some guidance. A friend of mine bequeathed a katana to me when he passed away. I've been doing my best to keep it perfect in his absence, as he treasured it very much. Today I noticed a small blemish/scratch on the blade, possibly done using a small sabitori block. When I run my fingernail across the area you can't feel it, but the mark is indeed visible. If anyone knows what I can do to get rid of it, It would be very appreciated. Thank you.