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Post by spookimitsu on Oct 19, 2017 15:55:50 GMT
Is there any way to reliably give a white tsukasame the antique off white look? Thanks!
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Post by Jordan Williams on Oct 19, 2017 20:04:38 GMT
I'd just handle it a lot, maybe rub some light dirt in or a used tea bag on it, making sure to clean most of it off.
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Post by pgandy on Oct 20, 2017 18:08:35 GMT
Be patient and it will take care of itself. Otherwise try Jordan’s ideas, and you might try handling it much and with not so clean hands.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2017 0:31:58 GMT
Based on an unrelated experience with guitars, the best way to get something looking aged and worn in is to intend on keeping it pristine Use it. Practice grip changes, turning it about in your hand. Attachments:
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Post by Bookie on Oct 26, 2017 15:54:43 GMT
I must agree with Jon's suggestions. Were I the owner of the pictured tanto, I would not desire a "faked" appearance on something so handsome.
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Post by Ifrit on Oct 26, 2017 19:46:01 GMT
On a cheaper sword with same panels, I used gorilla glue, making sure to only use a thin layer and to wipe off any globs. The globs will turn to foam if left on, but a thin layer will yellow it slightly.
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Post by pellius on Oct 27, 2017 16:49:17 GMT
...the best way to get something looking aged and worn in is to intend on keeping it pristine ^^this!!^^
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Post by Cottontail Customs on Nov 14, 2017 18:51:17 GMT
I'm assuming you want the look of the pic you attached. you can dye or stain samegawa as easily as you could your own teeth, they are both made of dentin. the base or skin part of the samegawa dyes/stains easier than the nodes themselves. if your samegawa is loose or separated, you can try soaking in a mixture of water and dye. coffee grounds, tea, tobacco and other natural or store bought dyes work well. if the samegawa is permanently attached to your tsuka, you can try applying a dye with a brush in light amounts (don't soak the skin while on a tsuka). you can also try some dry-brushing of a regular acrylic paint. like a burnt umber/orange mix
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