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Crushed mica is also used.
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The hi seems to have been extended at a later date to run through the nakago. I wonder if they weren't trying to hide an arsenal stamp? Seems to be genuine Japanese though, although I can't guess at age yet.
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There aren't any. It's just personal choice when ordering one. No associated styles or schools.
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You're not talking about wide yakiba?
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Awesome display!! -
You're not wrong.
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And thank you Peter
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2000AUD should get you a reasonable sword. I agree with the advice given above, but should you want something...make sure the buyer is reputable and I'm sure you'll find something. Bear in mind that $2000 will get you a decent wakizashi but a poor to fair katana. Wakizashi are good bang for the buch when starting out. Am sure you'll get pm offers.
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Translation help with Signature on Gunto
Brian replied to Skeezy Bojangle's topic in Translation Assistance
Clove oil is not what you should be using. It can stain a blade and has minimal rust resistance. DON'T use pure clove oil. Choji oil is light mineral oil (like sewing machine oil) with a few drops of clove oil added for scent. -
Clean the tang, you devalue it by thousands. It looks like it may have possibilities to be something special. Post more pics and preserve it for now, make sure you wipe the blade with some light oil.
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Having been to 2 shows recently, I can tell you there is no stigma attached to being a novice, all the guys are amazing and as long as you understand the basic etiquette and are safe, you'll have a great time. It's very informal, and I think you'll love it.
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Not worth it. Not traditionally done, this was done to sell it.
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Translation help with Signature on Gunto
Brian replied to Skeezy Bojangle's topic in Translation Assistance
Pics of the entire blade/sword please. When we are seeing there suggests Chinese fake or at least an added signature. Signatures are usually the smith btw, not the person who owned it. -
A kozuka/kogatana are worth 100. What's the delay?
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It will do nothing at all. It is only used to clean oil off the blade, does nothing to rust or patina.
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You'll find in 6 months it's suddenly loose. Huge difference in fit between Summer and Winter. I have shirasaya that you can barely open at times, and 6 months later it's a perfect fit. When made, it would have been a good fit, so it's likely the weather. Let it sit for a while and acclimatize.
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I think it was on ok deal, but not a bargain. $400 each. You'll always have around 10 that don't sell, so there's your profit sitting. Not crazy, but ok.
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Western bidders treasure hunting. It only takes 2 bidders. Atabori horimono.
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Bought as Chinese fake but wondering. Nakano Eizo ?
Brian replied to Forte's topic in Military Swords of Japan
Actually...looking at the wrap and fittings, I'm 100% sure this is a fake. Sorry. -
Bought as Chinese fake but wondering. Nakano Eizo ?
Brian replied to Forte's topic in Military Swords of Japan
Visible "Damascus" pattern like this is almost 95% sure to be a Chinese fake. Combined with the angled end of the nakago, and poorly rounded edge fuller, I'm reasonably confident in calling this a Chinese fake. -
Sovereign Antiques find from UK
Brian replied to Utopianarian's topic in Auctions and Online Sales or Sellers
I agree. On principle I would kick up a huge fuss. That is very underhanded dealing. "Some issues?" That's like saying the car motor needs tuning when the motor is blown and it cannot be fixed. -
Nice score, well done. Are you going to have fun making a pan cover?
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Easy enough to search the forum for his name and read the threads. If you buy something with old papers, you can be pretty sure it failed subsequent shinsa or would not paper again.
