Restoration Caucasian Dagger - Removing Century Rust

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Hello folks! You haven't seen such a restoration yet! I managed to get a unique Georgian dagger of the Caucasian type, which has been underground for a very long time, I guess (after checking the stamp ~ 150 years). I was told that it is impossible to restore it, it is already dusted, but I have a different opinion. Well, let's start restoring this unique blade!

Firstly, I removed huge layers of rust with a spatula. All the metal of the dagger has turned to rust, but there is hope, the century rust was falling off the blade, it was very surprising! Next, the dagger placed it in a jar together with a rust remover. A few hours later I took it out, washed and dried it, but the rust remained. Via iron brush, I removed the remnants of rust from the blade. And even found the stamp of the dagger!

Rust has damaged the cutting edge very badly. I had to sand it off, due to the thickness that remained could be 0.01 mm. Further, I welded all the holes that were on the blade and deep dents with welding at low voltage. Then I moved on to protecting the surface of the blade. First I etched the blade with nitric acid solution, and then I used a blackening agent and graphite grease.

The handle of the dagger, there were difficulties here too. Due to the handle of the dagger was all rusted and became very thin, I could not use ordinary wooden handle material, and I cut grooves in the wood and inserted the handle there. Next, I cut out the shape of the handle, sanded it and prepared it for gluing. For a better fixation, I cut out decorative fittings from bronze, which will also fix the handle entirely.

Steel dagger rivets, I had to go to my friend's workshop because I don't have a metal lathe machine. I glued the handle of the dagger with epoxy resin with sawdust. I riveted the handle with two rivets. And in order to give an older look, I tinted it with a paste that remained on the felt circle. This method gives the appearance of an old dagger handle that we can see in the museum.

I made the dagger sheath out of wood. I pasted the scabbard with natural leather of medium thickness. The accessories of the scabbard I made entirely of brass with decorative elements. The work takes a lot of time, but I hope you enjoy it. Please share your opinion and this video.

Sincerely, Alex. Thanks for attention!
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I like to think that the original smith that made this blade is looking down and smiling seeing something they worked so hard on, restored to its original beautiful state, so many years after their passing.

ndperky
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This restoration was magical. I am always in awe of the skills, understanding, patience and knowledge required to accomplish a project like this without mangling the piece. All credit to you and the original craftsman.

julierobertson
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I thought for sure there was going to be nothing left of that after you removed all the rust. Great job!

SuperCripple
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Оружие моих предков. Спасибо за труд и такую грандиозную работу

dzantiev
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My family is from Georgia and when i read the description i felt so happy to see it was from there. Im currently trying to learn more about Georgia and seeing things from there is very nice

masoninajar
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Можно бесконечно смотреть на то, как бежит река, как горит костёр, и как работает рестовратор! Посмотрел с удовольствием, получив эстетическое наслаждение! Браво мастеру!

andreybotal_bard
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my family is from the Caucasus mountains, and I never been there ever, so watching this made me happy.

kavkaz
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Your work is PERFECTION my friend! I love how you said..."well, one more Georgian dagger saved"! Save as many as you can my friend! You are keeping history alive! One again great work and dedication to your craft!

jdoggcle
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I love watching restoration projects of all kinds. Great job!! Your attention to details is what makes it special.

pfjsyhf
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Добрый день! Сказать, что космос, это ни сказать ничего.... Очень круто! Спасибо большое за видео! Лайкос однозначно!

Putin_V.
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Wow. Other people that do this wouldn't be able to do the same with the same tools and lack of supplies you had. You are a true craftsman.

Mexican_Marauder
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Awesome restoration. Thank you for doing what you do and doing it extremely well.

anthologyxanthologyx
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Now that is a restoration!
I very much like how you left the blade raw with all the pitting.
A+

maccliff
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Очень нравится смотреть как ты делаешь ножны. Каждый раз кайфую от твоей работы с деревом. Спасибо за контент.

yxwhxld
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Brother, you are a true master. I know you must hear that a lot, but you DESERVE it. I run a classic-only Bicycle Club. To get in, you got to get a bike(1990-older) and dismantle EVERY nut and bolt. Restore, re-paint-rebuild. RIDE. I also do classic (loose-ball bearing wheel skateboards and roller skates) those are a BITCH when ALL the balls fall out by accident and skater EVERYWHERE. from about 1960-older.
YOUR VIDEOS inspired this. NOTHING is to f$$$$d-up to be beautiful again.

mattmingo
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Работа грандиозная!!! 👍👍👍 И как водится, синяя изолента правит миром, в том числе при оказании первой медицинской помощи 😊

xmxtznv
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Я была уверена, что на видео прах ржавчины висит на последней сопле духа меча. Что не окисленного металла внутри просто не осталось. Оно страшно слоилось. Для меня стало огромным удивлением наличие ещё такого большого количества прочного металла, с которым возможно работать

taniabratsyuk
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That turned out way better than I thought it would. Really good job! I cant believe how bad it was.

Godwillsit
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I like how instead of using a welder to thicken the tang, you extended the handle to cover the blade. And I love how restoring the weapon is only half the job for you, and you make a scabbard for the weapons you restore, too.

milliemckenzie
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The spirit of the blade has been given a new beautiful life. Well done.

jamesh