ironron

The beauty is in the patina, aquired over the years ,,leave well alone & enjoy it as it is.

Thanks John. That was quick.

My daughter sent me this..to transalate :? Can anyone help please. Many Thanks.

Many thanks mariusz.

Hi . Could you give me some info on this tsuba please ..it is iron& reminds me of an insect or beatle. size is 63mm x60mm

How about some images of the other sword?

Its funny that you should post this..i allso looked at that sword..though i am not allowed to bid..seeing that i am in the uk, I have noticed this on quite a few items that i have bid on..these private auctions are manna from heaven, for shill bidders.

You could try the royal armouries. http://www.royalarmouries.org/learning/ ... ds-seminar

HI ford.I stand corrected..it could destroy the patina...silly remark on my part...Love your work bye the way.

Surely paint stripper..is caustic by nature..having used a lot of it in my work?

Try boiling it with caustic soda.in an old pot.

Thanks barry. you about said it all! Just to put my pennyworth in.This board is a lifeline to me, & probaly to many others on here .

Haven't heard that word Clobber since i was a kid.

HI. ludolf. no i got outbid! i got the other one though..the crayfish. Maybe i shouldn't have posted the link :lol: Did you bid?.

Probably used a flash..on camera.