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Tanto, supposedly late Kamakura period Another blade, dated to the late Kamakura period, is mounted with a 18th-century koshirae. I acquired this tanto around 20 years ago and it is pictured below. The dimensions are: Blade length (Cutting edge): 26.4cm, Sori: 0.0cm (Uchizori), Motohaba: 24.3mm, Motokasane: 6.2mm I would also be interested to hear your opinion on the dating and classification of the Swordsmith School for this tanto. This would help me to verify the accuracy of the descriptions I received years ago, before including them in the collection catalogue. Richard R.

Until I can take more detailed photos, here to details of the blade.

Thanks for the feedback. I will take additional detailed photos with higher resolution as soon as possible and then post them. Richard R.

Hello, About 20 years ago, I acquired a few nihontos without shinsa certificates from Japan. For the documentation of my collection, I would like to verify the descriptions and attributions and hope to receive some assistance. The first nihonto (late Kamakura ?) on which I would be interested to hear your opinion is one that I acquired to compare it’s steel structure with antique and medieval European welded steel blades. I am aware that the blade is not in good condition and has likely lost a significant amount of its original substance. I am still fascinated by its clearly visible welding structure, which reminded me of the refined bloomery iron/steel blades found in early Europe blades. The steel appears darkish and the blade “feels” very old. In order not to influence your thoughts about this blade, I would prefer not to anticipate the original description of this blade in the first instance. I would be very grateful if you could help me. Below are a few measurements of the blade and accompanying photos of the blade. Blade length (Cutting edge): 69.2cm, Sori : 0.8cm, Motohaba: 29 mm, Motokasane : 6.4 mm Richard R.