Mark

makes sense, thanks for the comments i guess i just have not seen something like that before

Please see the pictures. I am not sure the purpose of this item. My guess maybe a pole arm? I am hoping someone has seen one before. The center opening is flat on one side and beveled on the other. and not sure why there is a small opening on one side, doesn't seem you would need a kozuka or similar any thoughts appreciated mark

The show is getting close. The room block was full on one night, i was able to have them add a few rooms so if you had any issues getting a reservation give it a try now https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/CHIRW/G-TOK1 If you need a table i have a couple of cancellations, send me a message nixe@bright.net I am looking forward to seeing everyone Mark and family

it is unfortunate this was not posted last week. there were several sword experts (at least knowledgeable) attending a show near Baltimore MD saturday and sunday you could have had it examined in hand. If there is no rush we will be back next year you could always bring it to the Chicago sword show or Orlando show

Kanemoto

The show is about 2 months away. Perfect time to make plans to attend. More swords, tsuba, kodogu etc in one place than you could see otherwise. Great hand on opportunity to learn. Saturday there will be educational presentations, more details to follow Basic show information here: http://www.chicagoswordshow.com/ If you want to stay at the Hyatt here is a link. Rooms are filling up, if you have trouble booking let me know https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/CHIRW/G-TOK1 If you want a table let me know, i usually have a few people who can't make it due to illness/emergency. You can contact me regarding the show at chicagoswordshow@gmail.com Thanks for looking Mark Jones

see you all next week. Stop bye and say hello to Grey and I Mark

I have the top 2. And I added another to make 3. Let me know if you’re interested in any. Mark. Nixe@bright.net

Kevin thanks for asking. i think i have at least one or two. i will look later today. my email is nixe@bright.net mark

i agree on not polishing the sword. It appears to be a late (1880s-1940s) blade. Unless it was shortened. Either way best to enjoy it as is

welcome Kevin

if your in the midwest you could wait for the Chicago show and see hundreds of swords in hand. see before you buy.

Check Grey Doffin's site https://japaneseswordbooksandtsuba.com/item-category/swords/ he has several Wakizashi in that price range with modern NBTHK papers and some with koshirae Grey is known here and a great guy to deal with

maybe the auction house has coverage? When i send a sword i had completed the "paperwork" in advance and they sent me shipping label/instructions and it was covered by them as it was already "under contract"

congratulations well deserved win

yes i have most. i had put them away. let me know what you need nixe@bright.net mark

Bunsei 12 1829

The show is less than 2 months away. Now is the time to plan to attend the Vegas Sword show https://www.vegasswordshow.com/ There is a link on the website for room reservations. If you want a table (or 1/2 a table - they are 8') let me know at vegasswordshow@gmail.com A great opportunity to see Samurai swords in hand and learn from actual examples. There will be educational presentations organized by Mike Yamasaki https://www.facebook.com/tetsugendo Contact me directly with any questions. Thanks for looking! See you there! Here an opportunity to buy/sell/trade and see hundreds of great swords, tsuba, and fittings. Meet restoration craftsmen, educational presentations.

the closer they get when faking them the harder to tell and more people will be deceived

is it the same item/auction? The seller's name seems to be different on the closed auction than the bid record. maybe i don't understand how it works, i have never used this service

Sorry my mistake. Hopefully you can find it soon

Grey appears to have one. he is a good guy to deal with https://japaneseswordbooksandtsuba.com/store/book/sword-books/b635-dai-token-ichi-2003-2/

The Vegas show is a few months away. Plan now to attend if possible. For information see https://www.vegasswordshow.com/ The public days are Friday and Saturday. Here is a flyer for the show If you have any questions please contact me Thanks for Looking Mark