Have started to remove rust and as much staining as I can with 1k Wet/dry paper on a glass board, so that I can see the state of the steel underneath. Pics to follow, when I can find the camera. I will remove the pins when I get home, but this is just to get a good rough idea as to what is needed.

PS, any tips for polishing and cleaning out the finger hook at the end of the tang?

Brad