At some swords you can choose between leather and wire wrapping on the handle. What is the difference? Is the wire made of stainless steel and how can it be cleaned if necessary?
Leather wrapping feels better in the hand, but the wire wrapping is more durable and looks better. Where it is not explicitly stated "stainless steel", the wrapping is of stainless steel. It then requires similar care as the blade - corrosion protection and dry storage.