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Period: Early Edo (1658-1673) Certification: Tokubetsu Kicho token certificate Inscription: Hizenkoku Kawachi no kami Fujiwara Masahiro Details: Blade Length: 71.0 cm Motohaba (Base Width): 3.1 cm Sakihaba (Tip Width): 2.1 cm Motokasane (Base Thickness): 0.8 cm Sakikasane (Tip Thickness): 0.6 cm Weight: 764 g Features: Sugata: Slight curve, shinogi-zukuri, iorimune Kissaki: Ko-kissaki, round with thick return Hamon: Chu-suguha with good nioiguchi and bright nioi line Jihada: Ko-itame hada, well-grained with ji-nie and visible chikei Price : $3100 + $50 Shipping You can see more pictures and details on my website. Or you can also contact me :). Tried to edit a design to give as much info as possible at one time.
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Exceedingly rare Japanese WW2 Admiral's Dress Sword for sale. This is a 'book sword'. See pages 263 and 264 of Jim Dawson's book Swords of Imperial Japan 1868-1945 Cyclopedia Edition. This is THE sword photographed on those pages. $5500 or best offer. https://www.ebay.com/itm/364513345151 You don't have to have an eBay account to purchase. Just contact me here, and I will pull the listing once we have a purchase agreement. --Matthew Brice St. Croix Blades
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I have listed for sale 5 rare Military Dirks in St. Croix Blades' eBay Store...you don't have to be an eBay member, or even like the eBay format (if there are those of you that don't). If you have interest, just reach out to me here. I can negotiate and pull any dirk you have interest in. I think most will agree that I am not overstating the difficulty in locating examples like these when I describe them as rare. Also, let me know if you have any questions. Thank you! https://www.ebay.com...des&_oac=1&_nkw=dirk --Matthew Brice St. Croix Blades
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Type (Tachi, Katana, Wakizashi, Tanto, Naginata, Other) : wakizashi Ubu, Suriage or O-Suriage : ubu Mei : (Mumei, Signature) : Kozuke no Kami Kanesada + ura: Motte Namban Tetsu Kore wo Saku Papered or not and by whom? : nbthk kicho (1966) and nbthk tokubetsu kicho (1974) Era/Age : 1600's Shirasaya, Koshirae or Bare Blade? : shirasaya Nagasa/Blade Length : 22 3/4" 57.7 cm Sori : 1.6 cm Hamon Type : notare with O-choji Jihada : tight ko itame Other Hataraki Visible : Flaws : some ware' in shinogi-ji of omote, and small pin prick ware near kissaki Sword Location : australia Will ship to : anywhere Payment Methods Accepted : bank transfer Price and Currency : 3500AUD, or 2200USD Other Info and Full Description : long wakizashi made by Kozuke no kami Kanesada around 1673. sword is also signed on the ura as Motte Namban Tetsu Kore wo Saku, made using nanban tettsu. He was a wazamono smith. I initially purchased this sword from Grey Doffin, and have enjoyed owning it over the past few years, but i'm now narrowing down the styles of nihonto that i collect so i must move this on. I've had this for sale on ebay for a while, and thought id share it with the group. i believe this sword will make a fantastic beginner sword, or even make a nice addition to a collection. Please have a look at the photos, the sword includes shirasaya and two older nbthk certificates, kicho and tokubetsu kicho. Both papers have the same owners name, which is also hot stamped onto the shirasaya. there are also some areas of ware on the blade which i've taken photos of. Sword is located Sydney Australia. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions. may even trade for mihara or hokke.
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Hello, I'm currently downsizing my collection and would like to pass on some nice items. The first item is a beautiful red Edo period Higo Koshirae. The Tsuka is wrapped in lacquered leather, following the Katate Maki style. The Tsukaito is antique, possibly the original one from the Edo times. The Fuchi/Kashira are made of iron. The Kashira displays the classic Higo design of a winding mountain path. The Fuchi is a masterpiece of Gold Zogan, an absolutely marvelous ornamental work! The Menukis are old Kinko pieces in Shakudo with gold accents, depicting lions or Shishi dogs and lanterns. The Tsuba features a famous design of an Ume or Sakura tree with an irregular mimi. The Seppa are made of copper with gold sheet wrapping. The Saya is red, with a matte lacquered finish and has likely been restored. The Kojiri is made of iron and features a siple but tasteful design. The Sageo is of black sude leather it is also lacquered in red urushi (intricate, masterful workmanship!). The Koshirae comes with a Tsunagi and a Koshirae Bag. Price: € 1820 (A donation will be made to the forum upon sale) Open for reasonable offers, additional info and images on request. Worldwide shipping to be estimated. Thanks for visiting Hannes
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Could someone please help me with more info on this sword
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Selling a Uda Kunitsugu Tanto with a beautiful Hamon. (blade tip slightly damaged). If you want more pictures please send me a message, I can't add a lot due to file size limit. (We take professional pictures in our studio on Tokyo) Signature: Obverse (Omote): Uda Kunitsugu, Reverse (Ura): - Type: Tanto Blade Length: 25.6 cm Period : Muromachi (around 1429) Measurements: Base width (Moto-haba): Approx. 2.2 cm Base thickness (Moto-kasane): Approx. 0.65 cm Tip width (Saki-haba): Approx. 1.8 cm Tip thickness (Saki-kasane): Approx. 0.5 cm Weight: Approx. 172.7 g (excluding Habaki and handle) Habaki Weight: Approx. 11.8 g Saya (Scabbard) Length: Approx. 41.5 cm Mekugi-ana (peg hole): 1 price : $1130 + $50 Shipping (from Japan)
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Two new sword listings on St. Croix Blades site: 1. RARE ~1935 date Type 94 Two Hanger Army Gendai by Masayuki. 1 in 1000 swords approximately are Type 94's. It's a rare one! harder to find crab claw hamon. stamped signature. Fine gendai sword. $3500 https://stcroixblade...2-hanger-rare-mount/ 2. RARE Red Sharkskin Saya Army Sword. Old family blade by Ueno no Kami Fujiwara Sukekane, 1688-1704 A.D. $3800 https://stcroixblade...signed-samurai-rare/
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Hello, selling a Hachiya Kanesada Katana. Can't add a lot of pictures on the forum because of images size. If you want more just send me a message please. I also have a video. Mei (Signature): 表【兼貞】Kanesada Type: Katana Period : Muromachi Registration Date: September 12, Heisei 3 (1991) Blade Length: 63.4 cm Curvature (Sori): 1.6 cm Mekugi-ana: 2 Motohaba (Width at the base): 2.0 cm Motokasane (Thickness at the base): 0.45 cm Sakihaba (Width at the tip): 1.35 cm Sakikasane (Thickness at the tip): 0.3 cm Blade Weight: Approximately 308.4g (excluding Habaki and handle) Habaki Weight: Approximately 10g Total Sheath (Saya) Length: Approximately 90.5 cm Price : $1400 + $50 Shipping
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Hello For your consideration and with much help and appreciation from a long time forum member, who has helped me on every aspect. I present, for sale, on behalf of the estate of collector, Professor George Stawn, who was a collector of swords mainly purchased thru the Tampa Sword show and of the well known collector, Bob Lightner. A wakizashi, Soshu Ju Yasutsugu, Muromachi era. With these kanji listed in Hawley as having worked in Sagam (Soshu) in 1504, 15 points. Presented in a deer hair scabbard with decent mounts, the blade is in good condition and in good polish. Complete with two sets of papers one from NBTHK and the other not. These photos are current as of this week and as there are a number of photos, I have attached a google drive link for viewing. For this beautiful piece I am asking $6,000.00 USD. Thank you Bob Rae https://drive.google...lg04JxZi?usp=sharing https://drive.google...KTQeSzDGrBBF5ZpDQsnv
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Hello Everyone I would just like to say that I have thoroughly enjoyed this forum. I appreciate the professionalism that has been continuously displayed. As a newbie, I truly respect that. Today, I am offering a mumei Aikuchi in high polish with a nice, dragon horimono, signed mounts (unresearched) and possible baleen wrapped handle. Based on the shape of the tang, it is more than likely Kaga School and has spectacular Edo dress and tracing papers. The length of the blade is 27.5cm. This is a truly spectacular piece with historical documentation. Available for sale here first. A great research project! Priced at $5,500.00 USD (willing to some negotiation). Please feel free to let me know if something is missing. I am a first timer. Thanks everyone! Bob
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https://stcroixblade...hop/Japanese-swords/ Layaway is available on stcroixblades.com. Put down a deposit to lock in the sale price even if you don't have the full funds right now. Let me know if you have any questions. --Matthew Brice St. Croix Blades
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katana Katana by Bizen Masamitsu with sayagaki - NBTHK
Seiko posted a topic in Swords and Edged Weapons
This distinctive katana hails from the Nanbokucho Era, characterized by the expert craftsmanship associated with this period. The sword is mumei, attributed to Den Bizen Masamitsu, a fact further validated by the NBTHK, dated October 13, 1979 . The nagasa (blade length) measures 69.4 cm, with a sori (curve) of 2 cm. Its sugata (shape) is a shinogi-zukuri and iori-mune, with a wide mi-haba that tapers slightly towards the kissaki (point). The kasane (thickness) is substantial, and the kissaki extends just slightly, aligning with the design traditions of this era. In terms of the blade's jihada (grain pattern), the katana exhibits an itame with hints of mokume mingled within the flowing hada. An appealing touch of ji-nie can be spotted, and the steel boasts plentiful chikei. Furthermore, utsuri can be discerned within the beautifully forged hada. The hamon (temper line) is a ko-notare with a ko-gunome pattern, with pointed elements also visible. As for activities, ashi and yo can be seen, complemented by fine kinsugi and sunagashi. The boshi (temper pattern in the tip area) showcases a jizo-boshi with a long kaeri. The nakago (tang) appears suri-age with three mekugi-ana, aligning with the modification traditions of its time. The sword's form displays the defining characteristics of the Nanbokucho era - a wide mi-haba, slightly extended kissaki, and ample sori. Its hamon and hada further hint at the school of the famed Bizen Osafune smith, Kanemitsu. The NBTHK attributes the blade to Masamitsu, who was among Kanemitsu's top students. The sword is mounted in a shirasaya with a sayagaki attributing the blade to Bizen Osafune Masamitsu, as confirmed by the renowned sword expert and former head of the NBTHK, Dr. Kanzan Sato. Kanemitsu, believed to be a student of the Soshu den master Masamune, brought the Soshu style of smithing to Bizen, resulting in the popular Soden-Bizen style. His techniques attracted several top students, including Masamitsu. Masamitsu's works span around 40 years, from the Enbun to Oei periods. Although a theory exists that two generations may have adopted the Masamitsu name due to a shift in working style, it remains unconfirmed. Masamitsu's swords have achieved the prestigious Juyo Token rank, indicating high quality and significance. Given this sword's features and quality, it stands as a promising candidate for the NBTHK Juyo Token shinsa, further increasing its value and importance. This katana thus presents a remarkable blend of artistry, history, and tradition in the sphere of Japanese sword-making. Price : $2500
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This intriguing Katana takes us back to the later Muromachi (Eisho-Tensho) era, steeped in the artistry of traditional Japanese sword-making. With a kin zogan mei attributing the blade to Masayuki, it comes with an NBTHK Tokubetsu Kicho kantei-sho dated October 8, 1967, further validating its provenance. Intriguingly, an inscription on the blade reads ("shortened by Nobukuni Yoshimasa"), indicating a possible modification to the blade's original length. The nagasa of the blade measures 67.4 cm, with a sori (curve) of 1.4 cm. Its sugata (body) displays a shinogi-zukuri, iori-mune design with an average mi-haba (width) that tapers elegantly to the tip. The kasane (thickness) is also of average thickness, and the kissaki (tip) is of medium length. The slight shallowness of the sori and the typical katate-uchi shape add to its distinctiveness. Examining the jihada, the blade exhibits a ko-itame mixed with masame. The presence of fine ji-nie testifies to the blade's quality, and its steel has been tightly forged. Kitae-ware can be spotted in the bo-hi, adding a characterful touch. The hamon presents a classic chu-sugu-ha with a bright ha-buchi lined in ko-nie, while the boshi manifests as ko-maru with a lengthy return. The nakago appears machi-okuri with four mekugi-ana, one filled with copper. Adding an intriguing element, a shinobi-ana is present at the end of the nakago. The blade also features bo-hi horimono. Despite initial attribution to Masayuki from Bizen, this katana is likely the work of the Bingo Masayuki group of the Mihara school from the Eisho to Tensho period. This deduction is due to the absence of the typical traits of Nanbokucho-era Bizen blades in this piece, such as great length, wide mi-haba, extended kissaki, and Soshu den influences in the hada and hamon. Meanwhile, the Meikan lists several smiths from the Mihara school in Bingo using the Masayuki mei in the later Muromachi period. Blades from this period are often referred to as "katate-uchi" or "one-handed swords" and exhibit several features present in this blade. These features include its length, relative slenderness, light weight, shallow sori, medium kissaki, and the presence of a shinobi-ana. The blade's shape and features, along with the hada and the sugu-ha hamon, are typical of late Muromachi Mihara school work. The inscription, "shortened by Nobukuni Yoshimasa," is also consistent with an apparent machi-okuri shortening. This katana is paired with an elegant buke-zukuri koshirae. It features a vermilion lacquered saya, a square-shaped, shakudo sukashi tsuba with temple window-shaped piercing and a silver fukurin. The kashira is made of tsuno paired with a fuchi crafted in shakudo, adorned with a wave design in kin zogan. The menuki are crabs in shakudo, adding a unique artistic touch. The habaki is a one-piece design with a copper base covered in silver foil. This katana embodies the rich history of Japanese sword-making, drawing on the traditions of the later Muromachi era and the craftsmanship of the Mihara school. Its fine construction and elegant koshirae make it a valuable piece for any collector or admirer of Japanese art and culture. This fine blade comes with a well appointed buke-zukuri koshirae. It features a vermillion lacquered saya, a square shaped, shakudo sukashi tsuba with temple window shaped piercing and a silver fukurin, and a tsuno kashira paired with a fuchi done in shakudo with a wave design in kin zogan. The menuki are crabs in shakudo. The habaki of a one piece design with a copper base covered in silver foil. Price : $2700
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This exquisite katana represents a modern convergence of traditional craftsmanship and historical lineage, carrying forth the spirit of Japanese sword-making. Crafted in the Showa era, the blade is the work of Tachibana Munehiro, an accomplished smith from Yo Shu (modern-day Ehime Prefecture). Created in July 1987 at the behest of Ashitate Yasushi, the General Director of the Otsuki School of Swordsmanship, this katana evokes the strength and discipline of a time-honored martial tradition. The katana's nagasa, measures 2 shaku 1 sun 5 rin (63.8 cm/ 25.11 inches), with a sori (curve) of 1.4 cm / 0.55 inches. Rendered in the iconic shinogi-zukuri style with an iori-mune and chu-gissaki, the blade features an ubu nakago, skillfully finished with kesho yasuri-me, and one mekugi-ana. Munehiro’s meticulous craftsmanship is on full display through the blade's Gunome-choji-midare hamon, characterized by a play of deep ashi and fine sunagashi, over a bed of tight itame covered in delicate ji-nie that contributes to a textured and vibrant landscape. Tachibana Munehiro Background : Tachibana Munehiro, whose real name was Toriu Hiromu, was born on September 5, 1925, in Ehime Prefecture. His sword smithing journey began in 1939 under his father Hiromasa's guidance, a student of the celebrated smith Takahashi Yoshimune. Munehiro thus carries the lineage of Takahashi Yoshimune, whose brother, Takahashi Sadatsugu, was the first to receive the distinguished title of "Ningen Kokuho" or "Living National Treasure." This lineage fostered many exceptional smiths, highly regarded for their work. During World War II, in 1942, Munehiro further honed his skills in the Kokura Rikugun Zoheisho, an Imperial Army Factory located in Kokura city, Kyushu. Post-war, he transitioned to blacksmithing, crafting farming tools, before returning to his passion for swordsmithing in 1969. Munehiro’s sword displays the Bizen style of his lineage, featuring a florid gunome-choji hamon, a tight itame hada, and a commanding shape. The blade is housed in an elegantly crafted koshirae, featuring a gold foil, two-piece habaki, ensuring preservation and longevity of this masterpiece. Complementing the blade, the koshirae boasts a stunning gold and shakudo nanako tsuba, gold and shakudo nanako fuchi-gashira signed by Ooka Masatsugu, and matching gold and shakudo menuki. Ooka Masatsugu was the third master of the Ooka school, who lived and worked in Edo in the early 1800s. As a branch of the renowned Hamano school, the Ooka school served the Owari Tokugawa family, thus adding another layer of historical significance to this piece. This katana is not just a blade; it’s a testament to Japanese tradition, meticulously crafted by a distinguished smith, and a reflection of the noble martial ethos of the Otsuki School of Swordsmanship. This blade carries forth an epic tale, intertwining history, lineage, and tradition with each passing cut. Price : 4500$
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I have a nice Emura for sale. This gendaito has a pronounced hada produced by forging with tamahagane. Nice sword. $3500 See a few photos below. MANY more photos can be seen on the website. Here is the link: https://stcroixblade...hop/Japanese-swords/ Let me know if you have questions. --Matthew Brice www.StCroixBlades.com
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Here is the link to St. Croix Blades: https://stcroixblades.com/shop/Japanese-swords/ --Matt
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1 exceedingly rare WW2 Japanese General's sword tassel. This rare tassel would make an exceptional addition to any collection. This tassel was attached to a katana carried during the War by a Japanese Army General. Note the memory at the top of the tassel where it was attached to a sarute. CONDITION: This original World War II Japanese Army General's sword tassel is in exceptional condition. Here is the link to the listing where you can view more photos of this desirable tassel. https://stcroixblades.com/shop/products/Japanese-general-sword-tassel-wwii-army-generals-knot-ww2-samurai-ija-knot/ $2850 If paying via Paypal or credit card add 4%. No fee if paying via wire transfer, check, cashier's check.
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A heads up for collectors and dealers that Andy Quirt has added new listings to his site. Yes, I have a couple of swords consigned to him. --Sadatsuna Naginatanaoshi Katana. Nanbokucho period. NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon. Tanobe sayagaki. Kenji Mishina polisher. http://nihonto.us/SADATSUNA MB.htm --Bizen no Kami Sukekuni Katana. NBTHK Kanteisho, 1965. O-suriage w/folded-over signature. Handsome patinated red copper tosogu w/high condition. http://nihonto.us/BIZEN SUKEKUNI MB.htm And of course, here is the link to Andy's main listings page where you can find his other impressive offerings. http://nihonto.us/ Enjoy! --Matthew Brice
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Wakizashi – 45.8 cm NBTHK Tokubetsu Kicho paper Era: Nanbokuchō to Muromachi period - 1350-1450 Style: Shinogi Tsukuri Nagamaki Condition: Very Fine Nakago: O-Suriage – Kiri Yasurmei Jitetsu: Itame hada - well grained with attached Ji-Nie. Bo-Utsuri appears. Hamon: Niedeki Gunome/midare with deep Nioi Guchi through to the Boshi Koshirae: All matching lobster style with silver and gold highlights. Signed Tsuba (Naoyuki 直随). Remarks: The sword is the work of the Bizen Yoshii School. This unusual blade is in the Nagamaki style with an oversized Kissaki. The jitetsu is in Itame hada - well grained with attached Ji-Nie, Bo-Utsuri appears. The hada is prominent. The hamon is Niedeki Gunome/midare with deep Nioi Guchi through to the Boshi as illustrated. The blade is in good polish and is very healthy with a NBTHK Tokubetsu Kicho paper indicative of its quality. The matching original Koshirae in the lobster design really sets up this marvellous sword. The signed Bronze Tsuba by Naoyuki is engraved with a scene of an old Chinese story of a man playing with the wind blowing up a storm. The Kashira and Kurikata is a bronze engraving of the God Daruma Bodhidharima. It has touches of gold and silver. The menuki and Kogatana in a copper and bronze alloy has an engraved Lobster motif with touches of gold color. All together a stunning and unique work of art, Did the best I could with my first attempt at some macro-photography of the blade, hope the photos are OK. Asking $6500 CAD + shipping and insurance, or best reasonable offer.
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Hello. I recently showcased what I thought was a Ken, due to one appraisal, however this may be incorrect as was pointed out by several members of this forum, and as such I am going to say that it is an odd kaiken, and assume that it is most likely Edo Period, due to the design of the habaki which is copper, wrapped in silver. This piece is very small, with the entire length being 8.2cm, though does look quite nice for its size, at least in my opinion. It is in shirasaya, and has a suguha hamon. It is mumei. It also appears to have had some material removed in the past, most likely to mitigate rust pitting. The blade is tired, though has no active rust, from what I can tell. It is not papered. It is quite an interesting piece, though I do not expect to get much for it. I do not have a set price for it, so please feel free to send me offers of what you think it would be worth. I would prefer a trade over a sale, however. I hope to get at least $200 for it. Images: https://imgur.io/a/PeNGViN Will ship to anywhere. Payment can be done through PayPal. Currency is USD. -
Here is the link to our new sword listings: https://stcroixblades.com/shop/Japanese-swords/ Thank you. --Matthew Brice www.StCroixBlades.com
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Auction notice for an upcoming auction that has LOTS of Japanese swords in it (along with Southeast Asian items). Yes, I personally have a number of swords in this auction. And yes, I have MANY desirable swords in this auction. But there are probably 75 more Japanese swords, fittings, kabuto, etc. in this auction. A great selection. It's worth taking a look at I think. Just a few of the swords I personally have in this auction are: --2 Chinese Army General's kyu-gunto swords (not dress swords) --a katana by 5th Generation Tadayoshi, papered --NBTHK papered Nanbokucho katana by Sadanao, polished by Bob Benson, sayagaki by Tanobe sensei --papered Kamakura katana, attributed to Ko Naminohira --Yasukuni Shrine sword by Yasuyoshi --large papered Koto period jumanji yari --a Naval kai-gunto, Koto period blade, never been to shinsa --NBTHK papered gendaito by Baba Tsugukiyo --polished mumei wakizashi with exceptional fittings, and spectacular lacquer-work saya, never been to shinsa --etc. Here is the link to the auction site: https://bid.sofedesignauctions.com/ Again though, there are LOTS more Japanese swords and Japanese art in this auction. It's a loaded auction! --Matthew Brice
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Help with flag translation if someone has time
matthewbrice posted a topic in Translation Assistance
Hello. If someone would happen to have a minute to read this flag, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! --Matt
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Here is the link: https://stcroixblades.com/shop/Japanese-swords/ Thank you. --Matthew Brice www.StCroixBlades.com
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