Jason Williams Posted June 30, 2014 Report Posted June 30, 2014 Recently I have purchased a nice late Edo katana with what appears to be the original mountings. I noticed that the Ito wrap looked like it was worn from the years of use, so I sent the Tsuka to an expert to have it re-wrapped with new Japanese silk. The expert evaluated the Tsuka and said that it could possibly de-value the katana, because it appeared that the wrap was the original from the 1800's. He let me know that it is a tough call to have it re-wrapped. Wanted to get the members thoughts on this? Thank you Jason Quote
Kai-Gunto Posted June 30, 2014 Report Posted June 30, 2014 If its not broken and missing ito ,but just greased/ used ,then dont do any thing with it. A photo would be nice. Quote
echizento Posted June 30, 2014 Report Posted June 30, 2014 As long as it isn't fraying and falling off leave it alone. Quote
Jason Williams Posted June 30, 2014 Author Report Posted June 30, 2014 This is the best photo I have at the moment until I get the Tsuka back. Thank you Jason Quote
Dr Fox Posted June 30, 2014 Report Posted June 30, 2014 The expert evaluated the Tsuka and said that it could possibly de-value the katana, because it appeared that the wrap was the original from the 1800's. He let me know that it is a tough call to have it re-wrapped. Jason This is a quote from your 'expert', so from whom would you like a contrary answer? He could make money out of you and re-wrap, but his advice stands him high in my estimation. Its a no brainer, if it aint broke don't fix it. Tell us all who he is, he is a diamond. Quote
Jason Williams Posted June 30, 2014 Author Report Posted June 30, 2014 No problem, his name is David McDonald. I found him through this message board and I agree with your assessment. We were both on the fence about it and agree we would reach out to the message board about the topic. Jason Quote
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