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Post by Hastur on Aug 23, 2016 18:38:13 GMT
Hello I recently purchased a spring steel filipino sword and it unfortunately came with numerous rust spots including on the edge, what is the best, least damaging way to remove them and still keep a good polish that is available from the local hardware store? Thanks
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Post by pgandy on Aug 23, 2016 19:49:32 GMT
As many members know Uhlan is an artist when it comes to restoring. Here’s a quote from sbg-sword-forum.forums.net/thread/48054/portuguese-p1821-variant-reeves-birmingham "Jul 8, 2016 at 4:26pm Quote Post by Uhlan on Jul 8, 2016 at 4:26pm 0000 steelwool with a little oil. Normally I start with 3M 80 grit - 120 - 180 - 240 - 400 - 600. Than the 3m Brown mat and the 3M grey mat - coarse steel wool - middle grade steel wool and finish up with the 0000 super fine. All grades are used with oil exept the 80 grit. The 80 grit is the cleaner, the punisher of pits and the restorer of lines. You need a very clear view about what is going on when doing that, so no oil. In the course of much work I found the 3M was the best. Great stuff. It is sold in rolls and has a yellow colour. Absolute no 1 for me and quite cheap too. I have promised to do a post on my way of restoring and cleaning blades and scabbards, but right now I am too busy with the sabres. Thank you victorian sword for the beautiful picture. It sure is a Portuguese P1821 variant, with some elaborate etching on the blade." You will find his posts in “Renaissance and Military Swords”. If you will search his posts you will at times come across helpful hints such including polishing tips. They are not numerous and you will have to do much searching. Meanwhile you can admire his work while doing so.
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Post by Hastur on Aug 24, 2016 1:00:08 GMT
how abrasive is never dull in light rust removal and polish.
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