09-08-2015, 03:50 PM
Salvete!
I have a set of Albion Lorica Segmentata that has been in storage (improperly unfortunately) for a number of years and has developed some considerable patches of rust. Some of the leather is a bit dried out as well, but seems intact.
Any advice to the best method to go about removing the rust? Am I better of starting with fine steel wool, or should I use progressively finer grades of sandpaper? Is it safe to use a drill w/sanding disk? I'm guessing I'll end up with a "satin" finish at the end - is polishing possible after that point (and would it be worth it)?
Any advice for reconditioning the leather? Neatsfoot oil enough?
Thanks!!
Adrian
I have a set of Albion Lorica Segmentata that has been in storage (improperly unfortunately) for a number of years and has developed some considerable patches of rust. Some of the leather is a bit dried out as well, but seems intact.
Any advice to the best method to go about removing the rust? Am I better of starting with fine steel wool, or should I use progressively finer grades of sandpaper? Is it safe to use a drill w/sanding disk? I'm guessing I'll end up with a "satin" finish at the end - is polishing possible after that point (and would it be worth it)?
Any advice for reconditioning the leather? Neatsfoot oil enough?
Thanks!!
Adrian
