Restoration of Old Rusty Caucasian Sword from 1850

Hello folks! Today I will show you a great restoration! This is a Caucasian type of dagger called “Satevari“, i.e. for attack. It’s shaped like a dagger, but it’s a short sword. During the battle, it was used as the main weapon and additionally had a dagger in stock. The finish and fittings of the scabbard and handle are the same, but the purpose in battle was different. This subject is almost 200 years old. The condition is terrible. Approximately 35% of the item has been lost. My task is to save it, restore it and show you that it is still capable of testing! And yes, this item will be sent to a private museum, it is open every day in the center of the old town. Well, let’s start the restoration! Firstly, using a spatula, I removed the rust layer and placed it in a rust remover. A couple of days later, I took it out, washed it, dried it. And started processing the cutting edge. The cutting edge has become thinner than a piece of paper, welding will not help here. With the help of a sanding machine, I sanded the blade and started welding the holes and the hilt of the sword. After welding, I sanded the sword on the sanding machine and pre-decided to clean the surface with a sandblaster. After processing with sand, I found two stamps! These types of stamps are often found on large daggers. Next, I moved on to processing and cleaning the surface for nickel plating. After mechanical treatments, I applied nickel to the sword, thereby it will no longer rust. Then I started making the handle, I used beech material and brass fittings, which I also covered with nickel. I painted the handle twice, to give an older effect (this you will take away in the video). I made the scabbard out of dry linden wood. The sheath was glued with natural thin leather, the accessories of the sheath were also made of brass and covered with nickel. As usual, I made an interesting and fun test for you! Don’t bother to share this video, leave a comment and subscribe to the channel, please! I hope you enjoy this sword restoration video. Sincerely, Alex. Thanks for attention! Good luck and health to everyone! With best wishes, Alex! Please subscribe to my channel: 🍖 My New Cooking channel! If you want to support me - Patreon: If you want to support me - Paypal: Facebook: Instagram: #screwsandtools #shortsword #restoration