[Blade can go on for hours about the importance of fullers on sword edges. Don't mind him.]
Hmm. That must be convenient. [Did he have something similar in his past life? He's not sure, but he doesn't want to try to remember. That always ends poorly.
When she offers her weapon to him, he visibly brightens, like the stars coming out from behind the clouds. Subtle, but there. He takes it carefully and gives it a thorough inspection. From the thickness of the blade (which he tests with a flick of his finger against the flat) to the length of the chain, which he checks to make sure there aren't any deformities that could indicate it's about to break or fall apart... He also checks the length of the pole, and finally tests the balance on it.]
This is some impressive work.
[He offers it back to her handle first.]
It's in good shape, so all it needs is a small amount of routine maintenance. A little polish and sharpening on the edge of the blade will keep it keen. The chain could also use a little oil. That will prevent the moisture from corroding the metal, and it also cuts down on the wear and tear of the joints rubbing against one another.
I can take care of it while you're here. I don't mind showing you how if you've never done it yourself.
lmk if this isn't ok!
Hmm. That must be convenient. [Did he have something similar in his past life? He's not sure, but he doesn't want to try to remember. That always ends poorly.
When she offers her weapon to him, he visibly brightens, like the stars coming out from behind the clouds. Subtle, but there. He takes it carefully and gives it a thorough inspection. From the thickness of the blade (which he tests with a flick of his finger against the flat) to the length of the chain, which he checks to make sure there aren't any deformities that could indicate it's about to break or fall apart... He also checks the length of the pole, and finally tests the balance on it.]
This is some impressive work.
[He offers it back to her handle first.]
It's in good shape, so all it needs is a small amount of routine maintenance. A little polish and sharpening on the edge of the blade will keep it keen. The chain could also use a little oil. That will prevent the moisture from corroding the metal, and it also cuts down on the wear and tear of the joints rubbing against one another.
I can take care of it while you're here. I don't mind showing you how if you've never done it yourself.