Challenging Sword Identification/Authentication

[michaelmccormick88]

My thoughts on restoration of your sword: Once the grips are restored to new condition they will stand out like the proverbial "sore thumb", and look out of place on an old worn combat sword!
J.

I think that's where I come down on this. The wood doens't look like it is at risk of totally splitting off and the cracks aren't bad so wrapping it isn't needed for structural integrity.

I see someone else is a fan of Ren Wax

 

[Richard E. Schenk]

Despite pointing you toward Nardi, I agree with your decision - that is what I would do.

Yes, RenWax is great. Tad expensive, but a little goes a long way.

 

[michaelmccormick88]

Despite pointing you toward Nardi, I agree with your decision - that is what I would do.

Yes, RenWax is great. Tad expensive, but a little goes a long way.

Yes it is expensive! Fortunately since I'm a woodworker with a bunch of hand planes that I have to keep from rusting I keep a substantial amount of it at home.

 

[michaelmccormick88]

I personally have never used his services, because I have a personal rule against buying swords which need such restorations. I am also not vouching for him, but I know folks who have used him, and they have been quite satisfied. Check out his web site and judge for yourself. Here is a photo from his site showing a restored M1840:

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This looks like a respectful job. He's clearly very detail-oriented