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Sword Cleaning? (plus the extra characters)?
I recently recieved a sword as part of my promotion to 3rd Dan. My question is: How do I clean it, keep it clean, etc.? (Picture of the sword is at the link below)
http://www.japanese-samurai-swords.net/store/images/P/samurai-swords-masahiro-handmade-kill-bill-katana.jpg
I don't belong to a mcdojo!!! I was given a sword as a present for my promotion to 3rd Dan!! It's from my instructor, and I just wanted to learn how to take care of it!! I DID
NOT EXPECT TO BE INSULTED BY ASKING A SIMPLE QUESTION!!!!
To begin with you should purchase a sword maintenance kit. A traditional kit includes blade oil, rice papers, an oiling cloth, a powder ball, and a brass awl and hammer. For blade cleaning we will be using the oil, papers, cloth and powder ball.
1. Remove the old oil from your blade with a sheet of rice paper.
2. Tap the powder ball against the blade every two inches or so. This will lightly coat the blade with power. You may need to tap the ball a few times to get the powder flowing through the fabric.
3. Use a clean piece of rice paper or a cotton cloth to rub over the powder. Repeat this until both sides of the blade are clean and polished.
4. Apply a few drops of oil to each side of the blade. Use a clean rice paper or a cotton cloth to spread the oil evenly over the blade.
Blade and Metal Parts All metal parts including wire wrapped handles should always be covered with a light coating of oil or a micro-crystalline wax to prevent rust and corrosion.
Never attempt to sharpen your blade. The use of abrasive sharpeners or grinding wheels can utterly destroy your blade.
Do not use sandpaper, emery paper, steel wool or any abrasive materials on any part of the blade including the tang (nakago). These will scratch the blade and detract from its beauty.
Do not use abrasive cleaner or chemical cleaners on your blade. They will damage the blade. This includes metal cleaners, polishes, and chemical based cleaners. Really you should only use the tools provided in a proper maintenance kit.
Do not directly handle the blade of your sword when cleaning (especially when reapplying the oil). Use a cloth to hold the blade instead. Care should be taken since this can make the blade slippery.
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