Jon D
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This is really neat. The smith that created the sword wrote the geneology? I am not familiar with the kanji. Is the 'handwriting' a close match?
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Wow Bruce! This is great information. That really narrows it down. How likely were other craftsmen to sign their blades with this bladesmith's name?
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That is really neat. So the fittings and blade most likely predate 20th century?
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Thank you Grey for the resource. I will definitely read through!
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That makes sense! It definitely does not have the traditional gunto fittings.
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Hi Everyone, I was told that it was a bring back. Paid enough to be frustrated if it is a fake. This is the translation I was given. The blade is signed 伊賀守金道作 / Iga no kami kinmichi saku.
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Thank you so much Tcat! I really appreciate it. Does not sound like a world war 2 era smith.
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Hi Everyone, I was told that it was a bring back. Paid enough to be frustrated if it is a fake.
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Reproduction? I have not seen a Yasurime like this
Jon D replied to Jon D's topic in Fake Japanese Swords
Thank you Joseph! I really appreciate your insight in this! -
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Haven't asked the auctioneer. Just saw it yesterday. I really liked the Tachi mounts.
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This is the listing. https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/211671415_an-ito-maki-tachi-compton-west-berkshire
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I found a Tachi for sale online. It is not cheap. This is the signature. Is it worth going after it?
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Thank you! That is a beautiful piece. Is it worth it to pick up a Type 98 Gunto handle?
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Hi All, I will get a picture of the tsuba by itself soon. The blade is 27 inches long and the total length is 36. I am relieved that the piece is at least partially authentic. I am not sure about the wood. Are the metal flowers embedded in the handle wood completely artistic (custom handle)? Or is there tradition with this?
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Thank you Joseph! It is great to be able to join this community.
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Here is a better picture of the tsuba.
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Hi Everyone, I really appreciate your help with this. I recently purchased a Katana with a signed tang on both sides. This is my very first purchase. It has a very odd handle with a metal scabbard. Any assistance is appreciated. Jon D
