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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2007 1:58:01 GMT
Well it is not finished yet, but my excitement would not allow me to wait any longer to post. I have modified the Gen 2 Sword of the third crusade. First I cut the blade down to 26 inches (34 inches overall) which gave it a four inch balance point and then used Paul's method of antiquing the steel. I just used a grinding wheel to cut down the blade and shape the tip. The solution I am using to antique the blade is a mixture of water, salt, and vinegar (Paul's recommendation). The first time I left it over night and the picture shown below is what it looked like in the morning. I then wiped it down and used steel wool to clean it up and it actually became too clean. So I have reapplied the solution and will let it set for two or three days (if my patience holds out) before using the steel wool again.
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Post by ShooterMike on Jan 16, 2007 2:13:11 GMT
Looking good Trueswordsman. Can't wait to see it when it's finished.
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Post by rammstein on Jan 16, 2007 2:22:05 GMT
pardon my observation but...
Because of the antiquing, it looks like that sword has just skewered several Muslims in the holy land and several Jews and Other "Infidels" to and from there...
That swords sure does look vicious now!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2007 0:46:18 GMT
That looks really cool so far! by the way I noticed that the tip you formed looks sharpened, can you use the sword after its all rusted?
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Post by rammstein on Jan 18, 2007 0:48:13 GMT
It's not "rusted" per say, the antiquing is a chemical reaction I believe. Its more tarnishing than anything else. It's used to add a distinctive "flair" to the sword, to make it stand out. Same as custom grip wraps and hilt furniture blueing.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2007 1:33:24 GMT
Yes it is sharp, as a matter of fact earlier today I used it to cut a box. I will give it a rub down with steel wool and then oil it. If all goes well it will have a dark pitted appearance, but the structure of the blade will not be degraded.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2007 4:03:07 GMT
That's a cool little "shorty", trueswordsman. It ought to be pretty quick handling, too. BTW, I've heard that mustard is also a good "antiquer" for carbon steel.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2007 21:21:52 GMT
Thats wonderful that one can give the blade an antiqued look and still use it! Now that I know this I cant wait to try it myself thanks!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2007 2:31:49 GMT
After letting it sit for two days, I just used steel wool to rub it down. It looks like I just pulled it out of a medieval tomb! I think it is done now. Let me know what you think. After the steel wool I sprayed it down with WD-40. I think I am going to antique one of the Gen 2 Roman Swords next.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 23, 2007 19:23:59 GMT
that's pretty cool looking!
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Post by ShooterMike on Jan 23, 2007 19:30:55 GMT
Hmmm...
It looks nice. But there's just something...maybe it's the grip? Is there a way to age the grip so it looks a bit weathered too?
Kudos to you for doing this. I've got to try this on something. I just can't decide what.
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Post by rammstein on Jan 24, 2007 3:07:29 GMT
I'd say that a color somewhat like albion's campaign worn light brown grip would do justice to this sword. While your at it, I'd maybe try to give the handle a bit of tapering, just to experiment. More than ever it looks like a log to me rather than a handle. Overal, a great piece of work! Not sure I'd ever want to do this to my swords though. Just personal preference, but I prefer a neat, clean look (though I can't abide mirror polish )
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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2007 18:01:23 GMT
After letting it sit for two days, I just used steel wool to rub it down. It looks like I just pulled it out of a medieval tomb! I think it is done now. Let me know what you think. After the steel wool I sprayed it down with WD-40. I think I am going to antique one of the Gen 2 Roman Swords next. One word...Classic ;D Also Pwn4ge comes to mind Kudos for you
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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2007 22:57:39 GMT
Thanks for all the complements. Now that I think about it, the handle does need some aging. I will get on it and post pictures.
It is funny, but once you do something like this the sword becomes more valuable to you, even more so than a pristine sword off the shelf.
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Post by ShooterMike on Jan 25, 2007 1:19:12 GMT
Heh, heh , heeee. Welcome to the club. ;D
I echo your comments. The more time and attention you put into one of these, and the more unique it becomes, the more of a "special place" it will have.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 28, 2007 5:17:23 GMT
trueswordsman,could you perhaps tell me how much water how much salt and how much vinegar needs to be mixed? my friend wants me to antique his greek helmet
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2007 23:53:45 GMT
I just wagged it, sorry, I am not one to use exact measurements.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2007 3:10:46 GMT
heh fair enough thanks
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