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  1. fozz
    Hi Klee, For me it's just for the enjoyment.
  2. fozz
    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.......
  3. fozz
    Ha ha, it is a tricky one, but a good conversation piece, which must add to the value!!
  4. fozz
    Is this the kitae-ware referred to? https://photos.app.goo.gl/NKjtcUQCkmgsW5AZA
  5. fozz
    Papers as insurance isn't a bad thing, I wouldn't be confident without them.
  6. fozz
    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!
  7. fozz
    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
  8. fozz
    Hey Ray, I have the number version dyscalculia, maybe that's why I'm always skint!
  9. fozz
    Hey Ray, Thanks for the info, I'll give it a whorl.
  10. fozz
    Hi again Lewis, The link for Richard Adams doesn't open & John Bolton's number is coming up invalid. 2 down?!!
  11. fozz
    Hi Lewis, thanks I'll try to find John Bolton email from the link you posted. regards Andy
  12. fozz
    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
  13. fozz
    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.
  14. fozz
    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)....
  15. fozz
    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!
  16. fozz
    Hi all, I'm new to owning an antique nihonto & scared! I've just had my katana delivered from Japan last week & discovered a small crack, blade side of the habaki. Does anyone know if a repair can be done, by someone who is competent in this field, in the UK? Advice would be appreciated. Thanks
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