Is the blade a DULL finish or polished?
1495031
The blade is polished and shiny, almost like a mirror finish. The blade isn't sharp, but you can't tell that it isn't sharp just by looking at it. If you run your fingers along the blade edge, it cannot cut your skin.
2129408
It has a kind of sanded feel. Not polished. I have not experienced any slippage myself.
145601
It is between the two. It definitely has been polished but not to a completely smooth texture.
70531
The one I got has a polished finish. They may have other finish options, but I didn't see them.
614564
Pretty sure it is polished stainless, though I couldn't say for sure. I have had no flaking with 2+ months of heavy use (3-4 uses per day)
632900
Mine was very sharp. Not razor sharp, but certainly so sharp it had to be handled with caution right out of the box.
2020554
I have no idea. Dark bugundy with lighter highlights. I've had my original one for 34 years, the handle and blade are still perfect. I have had the blade reground once during that time. Still razor sharp with a few strokes of a ceramic stone.
1082660
The blade is made of carbon steel - not stainless steel. Carbon steel is generally easier to sharpen and holds a better edge. The down side is that it requires one more step to finish after usage. You will need to wipe a thin application of either mineral oil or vegetable oil on it to prevent rusting. For me the trade off is worth it as I prefer carbon steel. You can renew that blade to near original look by polishing it with a very fine grade of sandpaper or emery cloth. Even a scotch brite pad will go a long way to brighten the blade. You still finish with mineral oil. Good luck, they are fine blade of the "old school" of manufacture at a reasonable price. The blade is made of carbon steel - not stainless steel. Carbon steel is generally easier to sharpen and holds a better edge. The down side is that it requires one more step to finish after usage. You will need to wipe a thin application of either mineral oil or vegetable oil on it to prevent rusting. For me the trade off is worth it as I prefer carbon steel. You can renew that blade to near original look by polishing it with a very fine grade of sandpaper or emery cloth. Even a scotch brite pad will go a long way to brighten the blade. You still finish with mineral oil. Good luck,... » Read More The blade is made of carbon steel - not stainless steel. Carbon steel is generally easier to sharpen and holds a better edge. The down side is that it requires one more step to finish after usage. You will need to wipe a thin application of either mineral oil or vegetable oil on it to prevent rusting. For me the trade off is worth it as I prefer carbon steel. You can renew that blade to near original look by polishing it with a very fine grade of sandpaper or emery cloth. Even a scotch brite pad will go a long way to brighten the blade. You still finish with mineral oil. Good luck, they are fine blade of the "old school" of manufacture at a reasonable price. « Show Less
1158833
It is dull. Some swords I have ordered can be sharpened for an additional fee, I do not remember if this was one of them.
695988
yes, it is polished. I am a musician, and I bought the guitar for my stepson. It compares to guitars 6 times it's cost, both in quality and sound. I don't know how the manufacturers do it, but this guitar is more than worth the price, by far!
401135
Brushed Finish is not shiny, it's dull satin finish. Polished Stainless Steel would be shiny. Kind Regards!
1958801
The blade has an unusual coating; almost looks like a weird sort of 1075 Carbon/Damascus steel thing going on. It definitely is not a black coat, so I suppose it is more of a rustic version, but I guess that would depend on ones version of rustic. It really is a beautiful yet simple looking throwback type of chopping knife. I apologize if my answer seems a bit vague. It's about the best I can answer though. Take care.
157902
I hear that everyone's quality is different. Some are sharp enough to do all that, some are not. Mine wasn't particularly sharp, but it was a pretty sturdy blade.
1737665
It seems polished, quite smooth. I doubt that would be an issue. (I have it in a thin elago case, so with that it's a moot point.)
905581
Blade is of a good thickness, the blade has like a sandblasted camo effect on it, with 'MARINES' on the blade. No gold finish. Its a very heavy duty blade, i wish i had bought more to pass out to friends.
1647792
It is mildly abrasive. If the surface you are polishing has a top coat, it will dull it. If the surface is a solid material such as copper, silver, or stainless steel, it will remove tarnish and give it a shine. It's the best stuff I've used but a person should be mindful regarding what they are using it on.
784935
It is not polished or glossy. It is in fact brushed. Has a soft tone to it.