Hi,
Darcy,
If i were a forger, i would have exactly the same synthesis you have; and i would be almost sure that my "victim" would be less attentive with a Kanenori than a Kinju or other top smith. :D
It is only only speculation, but that's funny to try to imagine the thoughts of a forger.
Hi,
Not off topic, just an answer....., All Kanenori are not low ranked, and a kiritsuke mei to increase one sword value could be possible. That does not mean it is presently the case.
Hi,
Sorry for the off topic....
Jean... wonder....
http://www007.upp.so-net.ne.jp/m-kenji/ ... _front.htm
http://www007.upp.so-net.ne.jp/m-kenji/ ... kantei.htm
hi,
According Nihonto-koza (Koto part II, Mino-den, page 69).
Jitetsu (first period) : As for the kitae, those with a hint of masame mixed in Itame are the most common.
(second period) : As for the kitae, a hint of Masame mixed in Itame is the most common, and rarely a pure masame is seen.