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  1. Luc T
    If you need the support of the Japanese Armor Society for the next edition, we are happy to listen how we can help.
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    The expo was great, I really enjoyed it. Not at least because I met a bunch of interesting people. Our Japanese Armor Society member Mark Radburn gave a nice presentation about Higo koshirae.... this was new to me. Prof. Eckhard Kremers introduced me into the wonderfull world of Heian to Muromachi tsuba.
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    Brian, you could be very close now...is there more documentation on this?
  4. Luc T
    Brian, there is a civil war going on in Japan about the existance of Nobuie. Some say he is a fabrication of the Myochin, others say he did exist. Who do you mean with Kaneie? Or do you mean Katsuie? There is no known relation to any other smith.
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    Brian, owning a Ietada is owning one of the very best kabuto from the edo period. The world around, I see owners melting when they hold their treasure in their hands. His 62 plates are the very best after Gitsu and Takayoshi, but his koboshi are mindblowing. Ian, you know what I am talking about, yours is such a masterpiece.
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    Indeed Ian, he speaks about ‘different craftsmen’ All the rest is, to use the wise man’s words, ‘Alice in Wonderland’.... Btw there exist a couple of kabuto, signed (Joshu ju) Saotome Ietada, and dated around 1700. Still outstanding quality, dispite his very high age :-)
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    I discussed this matter many many hours with Orikasa sensei. I recommend all of you to read his publications. http://www.saotomebook.com/p/studies-on-arms-and-armour.html the book is sold out, but maybe it is for sale second hand.
  8. Luc T
    Justin, there were approximately 6 generations of Ietada.
  9. Luc T
    According the used techniques and style, I would date this Ietada end 17th century. Cherish it, Ietada must have been the best kabutomaker of the Edo period.
  10. Luc T
    Sasama’s information is outdated, more recent research places Ietada in the early 17 th century. Ietada became a ronin after Sekikahara, with the name Chikara. You can find more information in the Saotomebook, by Orikasa Sensei. http://www.saotomebook.com Nice kabuto.
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    Share the fun!
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    Paris Exhibition

    Luc T replied to Jean's topic in Katchu

    The armors are back in their bitsu, for another 20 years...
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    Another Zunari.....

    Luc T replied to Gilles's topic in Katchu

    Dear Ian,As there are so many copies of Gitsu, Takayoshi, and the ghost (you know who I am referring to), they must have had a certain reputation and status. Orikasa allways told me, the owner of such a masterpiece gained respect in his environment, en was envied for the subtle beauty of their work. So, some of them must have been adorated during their life?
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    Another Zunari.....

    Luc T replied to Gilles's topic in Katchu

    Swords are offensive Armor is protection.... The Japanese approach, yes...
  15. Luc T
    I have a Takayoshi with bullet impact. A war-production Takayoshi. Allmost no damage on the inside!
  16. Luc T
    The Akoda-nari is said to have been rejected due to its weak construction. But is there any reliable records to support this or is this a modern theory? Holding a true Muromachi Akoda-nari in your hands def support that impression, but again, can we find records that support this ”feeling”? Again, a very interesting topic involving several fields of study. Jan There is another reason for the disappearing of the akodanari. The bow and arrow lost importance....
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    Another Zunari.....

    Luc T replied to Gilles's topic in Katchu

    This kind of kabuto is rather late edo indeed
  18. Luc T
    This is a fine kabuto to start a collection. Well done Javier! These zunari were revolutionary at their time. They also were an inspiration for 500 years of personal protection.
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    Kanteisho For Yoroi

    Luc T replied to YOJIMBO's topic in Katchu

    Indeed , the nkbkhk issues such papers. I advise to ask some information before bringing it in for shinsa
  20. Luc T
    Haruta Ietsugu was a good smith. He made a lot of 32 plate o boshi kabuto.
  21. Luc T
    With the Japanese Armor Society, we had the chance to visit this remarcable museum. The owner, Peter Janssen, received 34 members from all over the world, including 9 members , boardmembers and the President of the NKBKHK. And, one of our members, Aymeric Antien, discovered a true Joshu Yawada kabuto, the third known till now! If you go to Berlin, this museum is worth your visit.
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    Modern reproduction. Nice as a display.
  23. Luc T
    Some oki’s have them too. I think it’s haruta and edo, not sure.
  24. Luc T
    Piers, there are two on display in Leiden, both mumei. These zukinnari kabuto are quite rare. I know not one who’s signed.
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    Paris Exhibition

    Luc T replied to Jean's topic in Katchu

    anyway, the book is a must-have. The price is still cheap for such a work full with top-material.
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