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My apologies Brian. I didn’t realize this was a rule. As I mentioned in my post I don’t want to hurt anyone’s sale or reputation. I have always been told to never buy a blade without judgment (or off eBay for that matter) so this just seems like the best place for advice before I embarking in contacting the owner. I’m a car restore by trade so I could easily help steer someone in the right direction if they ask my opinion on the price, resale or rarity of a certain vehicle. Just looking for the same. Stephen thanks for the reply. Great swords. You touched on my point exactly. I’m looking for a little of both. The sword I posted has an acknowledgment to the smith Suekane but has no Judgment as Brain pointed out. Does anyone know it this looks like Suekane work? As far as I can tell there where three smiths who signed Suekane. Some rated higher than others. Ken Smith

Thanks for the reply Nihonto. I have seen he is recommended. I'm more curious about thoughts on the sword?

I have recently been lucky enough (or worked hard enough) to finely get to a place in life where I can afford a nice katana. I’m truly interested in owning one nice sword rather than a few “OK” swords. I’m looking for a sword that would be a great conversation piece. A sword that would appeal to and everyday Joe as well as attract the interest of a seasoned pro. With that being said I have been silently viewing the sword posted below. I know it has been for sale for some time now. The owner appears to be active on this site so I’m not interested in damaging his ability to sell this sword in anyway… I’m just curious what others with more expertise would have to say about it? A good investment sword? Keep looking? Problems with the blade? No judgment papers? Thanks in advance for everyone’s advice! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Japanese-Samurai-Sword-Katana-Tameshigiri-1-Body-cutting-Test-Gold-Inlay-Mei-/231717547204?hash=item35f3712cc4:g:bHEAAOSw8d9UwFrU