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Hard to say if the Saya was for another sword. Fittings can lose grip over time rather then re-attching in a traditional manner, seems Zip ties were their choice. I would take a closer look at the ware in the mune, shinogi-ji.
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Looking closer at the given images, the sword looks to be real, maybe older given the shape. Laying it flat and taking pictures from above may help. I do not think the cord needs to be cut off. The middle wrap should be where the pin is. I can see it looks to have been moved around slightly, I would check there if you wish to remove the handle.
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Hi Noah, interesting sword. I agree with Bradley, looks like tsuba and habaki are Japanese. I like the tsuba. Without better pictures of the blade, preferably with all fittings off can tell us more. Someone will most likely come here soon and provide reference for care and handling. Until then I would recommend not doing anything to the sword.
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Thanks
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How is reputation calculated?
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I agree with @SteveM, and good definitions. Congratulations on the new sword, looks healthy! As time goes you will find and learn more with this piece.
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Hello all, I have type3 Koshirea that could use a lite touch up as some small areas have fallen off, any recommendations? Thanks TSA and bag/hard case handler!
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Orlando Fl Sword Show
Ooitame replied to Michaelr's topic in Sword Shows, Events, Community News and Legislation Issues
Awesome Soshu exhibit! Thanks for the show and all those who provided knowledge.
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Orlando Fl Sword Show
Ooitame replied to Michaelr's topic in Sword Shows, Events, Community News and Legislation Issues
Will do my best to make it tomorrow! -
I was thinking that, the shape fits.
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@Jon a little pricey, looks like a decent study or restoration piece. Too bad no shots of the bare blade, I can see the habaki has wiggle as can be seen by some polish underneath. This to me would be a bit concerning. I agree, the Kozuka is nice!
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You're welcome, a great place to network, ask questions, and see many examples in hand to gain knowledge. The Soshu exhibit/lecture will be most interesting, love me old school Soshu. Could never afford my dream of a Norishige, maybe one day. However, thanks to a very generous member here during a previous show I was able to examine one in hand, learned from that experience; in addition to examining items at the show for sale.
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Hi Joel, I was a newbie and chased different things, asked ignorant or possibly irrelevant questions. Some will reply honestly and without disrespect, some will do the opposite. 99% of the replies and help I get are with honesty in their thoughts and without disrespect intended. Not telling anyone what to do, but be easy, take your time, do not read too much into replies as far as intent, and sometimes have thick skin.
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In the show section, look for Orlando.
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Hi Joel, I see you are in Florida, there is an upcoming show. I believe Moses will be there, if you can make it I would talk with him, plus is also located somewhere in Florida. Very knowledgeable and friendly man. https://nihontoantiques.com/about/
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Up to you, but you can always submit it to a togishi and see if there is something worth preserving. Via a window and expert expert advice. P.S. I had a Nagamitsu RJT polished and still amazes me to today what s good polish cand do. For a tanto, one looking Edo period, worth a short, windows are cheap and advice is good, check for reputable togishi though.
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I agree it may have been carried by a Japanese soldier. The laquer is my que to trying to match other sword fittings and Koshirae of the time.
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I would say given the interesting wrap, tha painted items, possible older blade, during WWII. I would highly suggest removing the tsuka and habaki, for a better eval.
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ASK (NICELY) AND YE SHALL RECEIVE....
Ooitame replied to a topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
Well done, congratulations! -
Ok, my question is how to prove provenance? I am not sure if swords were often kept in a list of owners? How common is it that blades passed downed were documented, except swords like Masmune, Norishige etc...
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Thank you @Jussi Ekholm for all of your research! If you have the time, I would love to see Uchigatana Koshirae, to see what they look like from a historical and Juyo aspect? As well as, to compare my koshirae.
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Apologizes for trying to post and expand my knowledge, and gather thoughts about Daisho. As it seems the term is somewhat convoluted, thus the conversation preceding this post. Please Franco, do by all means, contribute your thoughts and evidence for the term!
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@rematron exactly my intentions and I agree. However, I am happy that this has turned into a fantastic discussion, and some question the term and have done the research, some provided documentation and their thoughts; I am grateful for this!
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Thanks @Baba Yaga, I was just to make an edit about the systems changing over eras. I am pretty sure many in WW2 took up the Bushido code, served a master the Emporer, were of military family/class, which to me puts them to me as Samurai; using family/class taxonomically. Or is this over thinking?
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Samurai: One who serves, is in the millitary/warrior class. Historically serving, Daimyo, Shogun, Emperor. This is why I also choose a sword from WW2, worn and made for battle, serving the emporer and of military family. Or is that a miconeption of the term Samurai?
