Antique civil war sword restoration

[hobgob]

I have inherited an old civil war officers dress sword. It is pretty good shape, just a little rusty in parts. Does anyone know of a good trustworthy sword restoration guy? The sword could be worth about a grand and i would like to keep it in the family for a while.

 

[Valkman]

Oh man I'd love to have something like that! I would seek professional restoration for sure but but don't know anyone myself. Being in KS there might be people knowledgable about CW stuff that could help you.

 

[onebigelf]

You'll have to figure out how to contact them, but there's a place called "The Horse Soldier" in Gettysburg. If they can't do it they'll know who to contact.

John

 

[sm]

I would also contact The Smithsonian for additional referrals of other museums, and restoration professionals near you as well.

Museums have a network of persons as often times when artifacts and works are on tour, they need to be maintained and have emergency plans in case something happens while on tour.