Ok so I ordered some choji oil, this should protect the blade correct? Now not getting a new Saya makes sense but what about a new handle being made? additionally, I've seen that you should use a deer antler to clean the iron on the tsuba, but as you can see from the pictures, mine has TONS of minute details, is there anything I can use to get in the small spaces, i was thinking a small toothbrush with water.
Also, I've been doing some research, I can't seem to make out any flaws in the blade aside from the small amount of surface rust, edge is sharp without chips and there aren't any cracks whatsoever in the blade.
Finally, I know it's hard to judge from pictures, but about what would this sword be worth, not for sale, but my dad decided he wants to put some insurance on it, he wants to keep this blade in our family as sort of an heirloom (we're not going to keep telling the trash story part though :lachen: )