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Hi all,

I’m new in the forum and this is my first post.

My name is Marco and I joined this forum for learning purpose.

 

I recently bought my first Nihonto but I noticed a small kizu and I’m trying to understand if it’s a fatal kizu that prevents the sword from being used and what is it’s gravity.

It seems to be a Fukure (blister) but I’m not sure since this is my first blade.

 

Can anybody help me please?

Thank you in advance for your time

 

Marco

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Hi Marco,

Usually fukure in the yakiba (hardened area of the blade) can't be repaired but even if the fukure is above the yakiba it is an expensive repair and is warranted only if the sword is very good quality or better. You don't mention what your sword is but unless it is special you should leave it be; don't go looking for a polisher.  This isn't a fatal flaw but it is a large negative.

A reputable dealer should have told you about this before you bought the sword. If a collector comes to me wanting to buy a sword, I tell him everything (the fukure would have been mentioned in my description; it is only fair. Not saying I'm a saint; this is how it should be.

Grey

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The seller's description reads:


"Blade is in very good condition. Nothing of rust or rust spots. Not hagire, no nicks, and not fatal damage, of course. Please see the close-up pictures for amazing details."

 

One would think that the blister was worth mentioning here... Was it visible in any of the close-up pictures?

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