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On many historical examples the Ito is lacquered.
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What exactly do I have? I'm stumped!
PNSSHOGUN replied to Onigoroshi's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
Yes metal Tsunagi are often found, it would appear the Koshirae & Habaki were setup as a display - given the decent quality of everything shown. -
What exactly do I have? I'm stumped!
PNSSHOGUN replied to Onigoroshi's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
Looks like a metal Tsunagi to keep the fittings together, the notches look like they are meant for a display stand. -
Could someone help me identify this sword
PNSSHOGUN replied to DannoTheManno's topic in Military Swords of Japan
Dan we are certainly at opposing ends of the definition of "nice display piece"..... -
Number #3 is the pick of the bunch in both quality and condition.
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Thank you Piers, any thoughts on what this could mean?
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Looking for any/all info possible for this sword!
PNSSHOGUN replied to Stockfball11's topic in Nihonto
That's very special, would any other family members know? -
Attention Mantetsu Owners: A Survey
PNSSHOGUN replied to Bruce Pennington's topic in Military Swords of Japan
Hi Ray, very unique sword. Are there any writing or characters on the Seppa or under the Fuchi? -
Looking for any/all info possible for this sword!
PNSSHOGUN replied to Stockfball11's topic in Nihonto
This is a good quality sword, the mounts are the better quality pre-WWII style. Did your grandfather serve in WWII? It's important to record any history behind it as these details can be lost to time very quickly. -
Hizen (no) Kuni Masatsugu Shikomizue
PNSSHOGUN replied to Big Jimp's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
Nice Gendai, very unusual to see mounted like this. -
Total Hamon blowout! Curious as to how that would even happen?
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Mounts are good quality as well, would be nice to see the rest of the sword.
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Definitely one of the very best fittings makers. They appear to have been the primary supplier of Koshirae for the Yasukuni shrine. Some nice examples of Suya mounts:
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Original Type 94, Koto blade, field grade tassel
PNSSHOGUN replied to PNSSHOGUN's topic in Sold Archive
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Working on the restoration of a Japanese sword
PNSSHOGUN replied to MyaN's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
Your job for this would be to coordinate professional restoration by traditional artisans. Not sure where those would be located in Europe, perhaps a French member can assist. On no account would it be appropriate for you to perform restoration yourself. -
Original Type 94, Koto blade, field grade tassel
PNSSHOGUN replied to PNSSHOGUN's topic in Sold Archive
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A very nice and original Type 94. Mounts are excellent, the 2nd hanger has never been removed and all fittings match. Underneath the Samegawa the Tsuka is wrapped with a thin sheet of metal. Included is a field grade tassel. Blade with Bohi is signed Taira Moritsune and dated Eiroku 3 (1561) and is Suriage. Condition is good with some light staining and small Ware. https://nihontoclub.com/smiths/MOR1000 Please see detailed photos. Nagasa: 27" - 68.6cm Mihaba 1.14" - 2.9cm OAL: 40" - 101cm SOLD
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Estate Found Sword Bizen Sukemistu Eishyo
PNSSHOGUN replied to Walter H's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
There is a distinct mark of quality about everything here, great find. -
Can anyone translate a “surrender tag”?
PNSSHOGUN replied to Gunner1171's topic in Military Swords of Japan
1000 yen was not an insignificant amount back then, it may be a sword with potential. -
The remnants of fittings suggest a Kyu Gunto saya, a Shin Gunto Fuchi.....it's all rather hideous. The blade may be an older one.
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The E-bay snag of a lifetime?
PNSSHOGUN replied to Jonas Ne's topic in Auctions and Online Sales or Sellers
Reseller of yahoo Japan auction items, they likely don't own the sword and just bid on it.