shao.fu.tzer
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Well this is long overdue, but I've only recently been able to break free from my girlfriend long enough to get back here to the Cantina. My movie model by Bura came in so I'm going to share some thoughts with you on it, my fellow forumites.
First I want to make absolutely clear to everyone that I got this for only $95.
After tearing into the box I was greeted with a huge kuk in an equally huge scabbard. The kuk rattled in the sheath and was quite loose. I pulled the massive blade out with little effort and marvelled at its shape, heft, and luster. I inspected it closely for rust and found only a few small patches. One larger hazy rust spot was easily eliminated with some Colgate and finger rubbing. The real rust was on located on the chakma and karda. The handle is a thing of true beauty with only one small fill spot.
The spine is very well done until it reaches the top 1/4, where the grind is a bit uneven.
After wiping the oil that it came soaked in, I noticed these weird water spot looking areas. I've tried dishsoap and water but it hasn't worked. I'm hoping it's not permanent. I may have to buff the whole blade out.
But amidst all the problems - I will have to say. It is a beautiful thing and I have absolutely no regrets in purchasing it. The unique shape of this kuk would lend itself well to zombie destruction duty. I've fixed the looseness of the scabbard by installing two leather strips on the inside of it and gluing them down with a glue called "Amazing Goop" - which, despite its relatively low cost and cheesy name, has never failed me in a variety of repair jobs. The edge came much sharper than either of the Ang Kholas which have been sent to me.
I'll post about the AK's next - I still need to return the damaged one to Yangdu. I haven't forgotten - I've just been swamped with boyfriend duty for the past 10 days.
Shao
First I want to make absolutely clear to everyone that I got this for only $95.
After tearing into the box I was greeted with a huge kuk in an equally huge scabbard. The kuk rattled in the sheath and was quite loose. I pulled the massive blade out with little effort and marvelled at its shape, heft, and luster. I inspected it closely for rust and found only a few small patches. One larger hazy rust spot was easily eliminated with some Colgate and finger rubbing. The real rust was on located on the chakma and karda. The handle is a thing of true beauty with only one small fill spot.
The spine is very well done until it reaches the top 1/4, where the grind is a bit uneven.
After wiping the oil that it came soaked in, I noticed these weird water spot looking areas. I've tried dishsoap and water but it hasn't worked. I'm hoping it's not permanent. I may have to buff the whole blade out.
But amidst all the problems - I will have to say. It is a beautiful thing and I have absolutely no regrets in purchasing it. The unique shape of this kuk would lend itself well to zombie destruction duty. I've fixed the looseness of the scabbard by installing two leather strips on the inside of it and gluing them down with a glue called "Amazing Goop" - which, despite its relatively low cost and cheesy name, has never failed me in a variety of repair jobs. The edge came much sharper than either of the Ang Kholas which have been sent to me.
I'll post about the AK's next - I still need to return the damaged one to Yangdu. I haven't forgotten - I've just been swamped with boyfriend duty for the past 10 days.
Shao
Toothpaste is a pretty good mild polish.
