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argh very interesting !!! thanks john !!

Hi John Have you had any chance to search your archives yet please ? Jon Brook

John, i am very grateful .. thank you !!

thanks John i have searched google and cant find full info the JSTOR wont let me access it... :?

Hin Guys i have just joined and although i do not yet own an origional Japanese samurai sword , i am fascinated by the history of the samurai warrior and his weapons.. i understand that the colour of a warriors tsuka-ito was reflected by his warrior status ? could anyone please point me in the direction of any articles on the web that explain this in detail ? Jon Brook