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[WilBru5]

Hello

Recently I acquired a couple swords.... In researching them I found this forum, and due to the knowledge base displayed, joined in hope of learning more.

 

Here is some shots of one of the swords... I can provide more pics as needed.

 

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[Bazza]

Bruce, I think the last character is SAKU (made), with an unusual flourish.

 

The mei looks good to me even without going to the books.  Seems to be a GASSAKU (joint work)...

 

Regards,

BaZZa.

[WilBru5]

Thanks BaZZa
Here is a close up of the last part.
Also, are you able to translate the other side?

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[Nobody]

前和泉守来金道入道作 - zen (former) Izumi no kami, Rai Kinmichi nyudo made.

大法師法橋来栄泉 - Daihoshi Hokkyo Rai Eisen

[Jacques D.]

Sword made by nidai Rai Kinmichi, if not yet papered should be sent to shinsa. 

[WilBru5]

And how would I accomplish this?

[Stephen]

Paul Martin, Bob Benson, Chris Bowin
Any can be contacted to submit for you at a fee.

[Brian]

When is the next US shinsa?
This needs to be checked I guess..may be a significant find.

[cisco-san]

Bruce,

 

seems to be a nice blade!

https://nihontoclub.com/smiths/KIN45

 

cheers

Klaus