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Hi Klee, For me it's just for the enjoyment.

On a serious note. If both assessment bodies have different opinions on the sword & the differing opinions on the maker; where does this leave the sword as far as grading level? Would it need to go for a reappraisal? Would the kinpun mei be erased? Sorry if these are daft questions.......

Ha ha, it is a tricky one, but a good conversation piece, which must add to the value!!

Is this the kitae-ware referred to? https://photos.app.goo.gl/NKjtcUQCkmgsW5AZA

Papers as insurance isn't a bad thing, I wouldn't be confident without them.

As a new nihonto(ist), I find all the paperwork from different eras interesting; part of the swords "life" & the gold appraisal stamps, which is another part of learning. For me, its not monetary (though it is part of the equation), its the history & that blade to me is a beauty! I like the aged aesthetics of the koshirae too. Ha ha fan if the saya design as well!

Decided to have a punt. What do you think? https://www.samuraimuseum.jp/shop/product/antique-Japanese-sword-wakizashi-attributed-to-second-gen-sadakuni-nthk-kanteisho-certificate/?currency=GBP

Hey Ray, I have the number version dyscalculia, maybe that's why I'm always skint!

Hey Ray, Thanks for the info, I'll give it a whorl.

Hi again Lewis, The link for Richard Adams doesn't open & John Bolton's number is coming up invalid. 2 down?!!

Hi Lewis, thanks I'll try to find John Bolton email from the link you posted. regards Andy

Hi Brian, I agree; I think the sword "deserves" a new habaki. Do you or anyone, know someone in the UK, who could sort out this niggling issue? kind regards Andy

This is the nihonto, with the "I'll fitting" habaki. (most of it, getting to grips with photos, tech not a strong point)! It's Tokubetsu Hozon (didn't have enough KB to post origami) Again opinions welcome.

Nice one folks, I like the "leave alone" advice! The fit isn't the best & at this stage replacing the habaki etc isn't an option at the moment (if ever)....

Morning all, Thanks for the replies. As the nihonto is an antique, it won't be used for cutting. In reply to Lewis B, here are some photos of the habaki. The background is a mess, I'm in the middle of a move & space is limited!