CARE OF A STEEL SABER BLADE

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A - Storage box containing:

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B - Hammer:Mekuginuki is used to remove the Mekugi from the sword. The Mekuginuki can remove the Mekugi with the pointed part. In order to use the Mekuginuki to remove the Mekugi, the top piece of the hammer can be removed from the rest of the Mekuginuki.

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C - Powder ball for polishing the blade:Uchiko. A white powder appears from the Uchiko when the blade is dabbed with the Uchiko. There are two purposes of use. The Uchiko removes old oil that sticks to the blade. The Uchiko embellishes the blade surface.

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D - Cloths to oil the blade at the end of the operation.

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E - Rice Paper:Neguigami is not a regular paper, high quality thick Japanese paper and flannel are used to remove old oil and eliminate Uchiko.

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F1 - Oil: Choji(clove oil) is used to prevent oxidation of the blade. The oil creates a film that protects the blade from air and prevents oxidation. Over time the oil dries up. Also it is important to reapply the oil at least once a month or after each use.

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