Lordd_Humungous

If you were looking to restore a type 95 that's had its paint all or mostly worn off, how would you do it? I know that may be haram on here, but I'm genuinely curious so if anyone has ideas on other places to ask (such as communities based around painting aluminum models) let me know. There's a type 95 for $299 at a store near me (it may be a fake, but then that's even more reason to repaint) that's in that kind of condition and since I would put it in the same display as my reproductions I'd want to restore it for aesthetic reasons. I anticipate correct colors such as brownish copper for the fuchi and yellowish brass for the menuki may be the hardest part.

Well that explains the switch to iron fittings for the type 3

Is it usually copper plated? On ohmura and the threads in this forum it looks like most swords fittings have a reddish tint if not a dark brownish red finish.

Which was used most commonly for type 98s, copper (with brass accents), brass, or brass with copper plating? Reading around, I've seen claims that all three were used to some degree but it looks like in terms of commonality it goes copper>copper-plated>brass

I have a sword that's missing the ring on the scabbards hanger. It's a replica, the maker said they just couldn't get the ring on then forgot to send it along with the sword. So I was wondering if there's any precedent for this, like if anyone has an idea on how to add a ring. The reproduction rings have a cut through them, but they don't seem easy to pry open then force "closed" again.