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I don't own it any longer (I regret selling it as I think it was worth restoring. it had 30" nagasa and 6.3mm motogasane and Mr Benson mentioned Bizen) otherwise I would have in the original post even. Thank you for the files! p.s. I'll try to find some other example of what I currently have an easy access to.

Greetings, I'm still confused about its meaning. The last Chicago show before the Pandemic I showed a blade to Mr. Benson for a polishing suggestion and pricing and the nakago was half way gone. When I asked whether it is suriage, he replied "No, the nakago was just broken!". Until day today I'm still perplexed - does "suriage" refer to any alteration of the ubu nakago or only to shortened blades? If the topic has been discussed, my bad but I searched and I couldn't find anything.. Perhaps, some of you could clear this one up once and for all. Thank you in advance! Cheers. J.

😱 I'm hoping everything works out. Thank you for writing about this. Me and my friend were going to send the best of our collections to either the Christie's or Bonhams UK branches for auction. I have no idea what would have happened if this were to be the situation for both of us. Holy madness.. Wow J.

I have had numerous issues as your in various EU countries and yes - they don't give a f***. I'm glad it got resolved and I hope you receive it in good health and of course - as described. Cheers J.

It depends on the name of the maker! I hardly believe 100% of all papers issued during that time,in the colors mentioned, were fake. It's a big slap on a pretty noble face IMHO.. J.

*unrelated* Any chance you could show us your pictures of the daisho you purchased? I'd be thrilled to see some personally Thank you SIR J.

Hola As per the title I'd like to know what documentation do i need (if any) and also most reliable service provider? The blade is over 400 years old. Thank you in advance ! J.

Probably double if not triple IMHO.. ubu tachi nanbokucho is Juyo, if not above and then original koshirae lol Maybe I'm wrong but if this exists is worthy of making a documentary about it. Good luck! J.

I'd like to suggest that this is - kobushigata hamon mixed with suguha. I very well may be wrong but this is what my eyes see. You can research it online and you'll find the schools that are famous for making it. Cheers J.

Hello and welcome, It appears to be a suriage , shobu-tsukuri authentic Japanese wakizashi from either the late muromachi or Shinto periods (I lean to Shinto but just as a first glance so to speak but could be later as the hole on the tang looks drilled rather than punched). Tough to say as the photos are not showing details. Please research 'how to preserve' it on the forum until you decide what you want to do with it. As a rule of thumb, the blade should be oiled (to prevent it from rusting further) and never be left on hard surface or touched by bare hands. I'm sure other members will give you more information on the fittings. Just my 2 cents.. Cheers J.

Ugh.. I'm just tired of waiting to get some of my pieces certified and staying on hold for over a decade now. Will post them for sale soon. Someone will get lucky.. Thank you for the update J.

Are the NTHK shinsa coming? J.

Hello, As someone that started as yourself I suggest you get acquainted with the terminology at least to the basic level to where you have a good understanding of what you're considering to purchase. Also, the FOR SALE section here is comprised of knowledgeable and honest people that will always be there for you. Just a suggestion J.

I think he is seeing the red VS the blue dots. J.

For you to compare signatures J.

I agree. However I have an example in suguha. To me the signature is a bit questionable and I don't see the hada that my blade has. If you don't see utsuri I'd look and research closer. Usually there will be a kikumon but his first examples didn't have it. My 2 cents J.

Not sure if you're addressing me but my take is - it doesn't look artificially aged however the photos are deceiving as the light comes on in an awkward angle. Also, I'm not an expert but I have never seen such hada that is so perfectly uniform above and below the Shinogi line. Last, I can't identify any yasurime either or it appears as barely any scratches were applied rather than file marks. Also, the material of the habaki.. I'd take it to an expert just to sleep well. Otherwise it looks like an ultra healthy and stout, hefty blade in incredible condition if authenticated of being very old from just about any of the great schools. Regards, J.

⬆️ +1 And to add - the rust on the nakago J.

Must have it appears. Many Honami certified blades of desired swordsmiths were in her family heirloom. Who knows what her kantei is like 😉 J.

Thank you. Will do! J.

Oh no, please. It got situated. I had a member message me with all the info. Thank you both (Jacques D.) For taking the time! Much appreciated! P.S. I never knew Fujishiro had an English version... Definitely on my wish list. J.

Pardon me. I'm only interested in the Higo no Kami Hōjōji Tachibana Yoshitsugu J.

My mistake. This is the right side of the page, the left side signatures are not something I'm interested in. Anything pertaining to the signature you've translated would be beyond appreciated. Thanks for taking the time. J.

Please help with this text. Thank you in advance! J.

My condolences to the family. The show must go on! John