lonely panet

open to offers

open to offers

plimptons book was just a fancy sales cataloge, not much info inside

both replaced by Dawson, and this is coming from someone that has owned pieces published in all three

Delve into the rich tapestry of Japanese culture with this antique kozuka, a refined piece of Japanese antiquity that resonates with the historical elegance of the riding theme. Originating from 1800's Japan, it is a testament to the intricate artisanship that has been cherished through the ages. This kozuka is not just an accessory but a slice of heritage, perfectly embodying the timeless beauty and precision that are synonymous with Japanese craftsmanship. It's an exquisite find for collectors and enthusiasts alike, seeking to enrich their collection with a touch of samurai Japan kozuka with box $150 USD

signed nobuye, $70USd

kozuka with box $150 USD

1x big shinshinto katana its huge 74cm nagasa. out of polish, no bends chips or pitting. only saya that has been sanded. priced to sell $399 USD

so you are close the US, where you will get the highest gunto attention and yet you try and sell into Japan? who have you spoken too or visited in your country, to help you ? NICKR is in your neck of the woods or is this a fishing trip?

By all means post pics and prices here, you will be surprised whos on the nmb

ok, 1st thing? sword level? 2nd Japan is flooded with nihonto and export alot to the uneducated west. 3rd no issues with returns as the wider Japanese society dont care about the ww2 area or the Gen's, and you will need 110% documented proof that it was from said person. " 1000 of peaple all have claims of the same thing" Aoi art is a ok dealer but rough and floppy with with facts at times why not sell here?

its always nice to have something published.

that habaki is home made

it will most likely be licance issues, i had a wakizashi once take 6 months. they might send it back to the dealer and ask him to start the process over again or have the swords re-licanced. or your countries postal service might not accept edged weapons via air mail etc

ask Grey Doffin.

thats a insane price, i could buy this in AUD and still make money

for that cheap price, you might aswell just use salt

i waited 6 months for a wakizashi once, so it happens.

you will have to go STRAIGHT to a togishi for that, paid a huge amount and wait a long time. that i would say if your lucky, it takes a very very very long time to make

thankyou very much for your time Jussi. sadly the kissaki is beyound help, but the nakago might be worth keeping

finally peaple are taking note of years of "this dealers dodgy claim" honestly pigs some times go willingly to the block.

thankyou so much

well i have not seen sooooo much kanji in so smaller nakago. cutting test i assume. sadly the kissaki has pitting so with the most humble of asking, please translate this utter trap of words for me

I wouldn't touch it. 3 points i dont like. I'm calling it a good fake