LastSamurai Posted May 22 Report Share Posted May 22 Hello guys and gals, I have a very nice Koto era mumei nihonto, attibuted to Takada Sadamori of Bungo provice (c. 1550-1570), with NBTHK Hozon origami. It is a well-preserved suriage blade in wonderful polish. Expectedly, it has some kizu, but nothing fatal. Given its age and presumptive usage, I believe the blade to be in great condition. It comes with shirasaya and koshirae. The koshirae is newer, probably late Edo era, done in Tensho style. I guess the shirasaya is older than the koshirae, but could not know for certain. Everything is in great condition as well. Besides the NBTHK Hozon origami, sword's provenance is backed up by the reputation of the person who initially brought it to Europe straight from Japan back in 2001. His name is Roy Echtermeijer, owner of an antique shop in The Netherlands. He is a respected Japanese antique's dealer. Probably most Europeans who are into collecting genuine Japanese swords can vouch for his business and his company Gero Trading. I bought my Koto era Takada Sadamori from him in early 2021 and cared for it as good as I could ever since. Sword's current condition is more or less exactly the same how I received it from Mr. Echtermeijer. For me, this nihonto is a treasure. This is the most beautiful blade I've had the chance to hold in hand and inspect in person, althought I admit I don't have wide access to nihonto. I've held my fair share of Japanese swords, but my experience in appraising the aesthetics of a Japanese blade is certainly not as high as other forum members might have. Still, you should be able to tell from the pictures that my high praise isn't without merit. The utsuri is what strikes me more than anything else in the blade's appearance. One may ask - why you'd sell this treasure? Well, because I need money. I have some upcoming expenses that need to be covered rather quickly and this is a very expensive (for me) sword I simply could not justify to keep regarding the circumstances. I could not force myself to even dry handle this nihonto, let alone use it on purpose. I believe it to be too valuable as a historical artifact for me to somehow risk damaging it. The sword just shines on its wall-mounted katanakake for more than two years. Of course, cared for regularly and receiving well-deserved admiration. Here are the blade specs: Zukuri: Shinogi-Zukuri, ko-kissaki Nagasa: 69.9 cm (27.5") Motohaba: 3 cm (1.18") Motokasane: 0.64 см (0.25") Sori: 1.95 cm (0.77") torizori Hamon: gunome-midare with utsuri Jihada: itame with ji-nie Link to detailed pictures: https://ibb.co/Y23MNq2 https://ibb.co/smkm9nz https://ibb.co/k00C9NH https://ibb.co/RC4nwKz https://ibb.co/74pPW9H https://ibb.co/7GSZFRL https://ibb.co/G9jYzdB https://ibb.co/tJZtmvr https://ibb.co/6n3QWGb https://ibb.co/f8nM22s https://ibb.co/BV64xZY https://ibb.co/z5yr546 https://ibb.co/j3CGpn7 https://ibb.co/SmTXBpT https://ibb.co/jRLRjdF https://ibb.co/s6HGHvb https://ibb.co/q0ctS5N https://ibb.co/wY41Zqd https://ibb.co/JFC5bSX https://ibb.co/t2DyjQR https://ibb.co/3S0HmDX https://ibb.co/WBLMfsb https://ibb.co/mGnJmSs https://ibb.co/5YscJpZ https://ibb.co/MSC7bz3 https://ibb.co/wRJG9bT https://ibb.co/mGTFTTy https://ibb.co/5xMyqfb https://ibb.co/g9vFTbm https://ibb.co/qdH7D2T https://ibb.co/C59fqgf https://ibb.co/ZM0H8fX https://ibb.co/wNT2V28 https://ibb.co/2YF25sK https://ibb.co/18gPWsX Looking to get 7900 Euro. I'll suffer from selling it, especially for this sum, but it is what it is. The sword is located inside EU and I'll prefer to ship it inside EU. Only if it does not sell quickly I'll consider shipping elsewhere. Will travel in a padded rifle case, covered with bubblewrap. Koshirae with blade and shirasaya with tsunagi will be placed inside their respective sword bags, accompanied by the Hozon origami. For clarity I am also sharing the original pictures provided to me by Mr. Echtermeijer. First to further prove this is the same sword, second to offer a better study of it. My pictures simply do not do justice to this blade. It is so gorgeous! Usually most of the beauty could be seen only in person. But whoever made these pictures for Gero Trading definitely knows his trade, for he was able to capture a lot of it. Detailed description of sword's condition, provenance and history could be found in one of the images. I simply don't possess the knowledge to add anything more. Link to original pictures, provided to me by Mr. Echtermeijer: https://ibb.co/MSp7TpN https://ibb.co/28jn6n1 https://ibb.co/jD11dC6 https://ibb.co/x53jqpR https://ibb.co/6n1Y5Gy https://ibb.co/qp2JJ0H https://ibb.co/JpKkNQJ https://ibb.co/dPqsLnJ https://ibb.co/2jB3fpJ https://ibb.co/0CmYTrY https://ibb.co/7zM26vL https://ibb.co/kQJMrZD https://ibb.co/tCVkCH1 https://ibb.co/St37ZVp https://ibb.co/XLX89Fy https://ibb.co/QJjGXgk https://ibb.co/XYyzvSQ https://ibb.co/nLBv5Gm https://ibb.co/dJqPJ61 https://ibb.co/r6TGnST https://ibb.co/8xnn641 https://ibb.co/x2HBfgB https://ibb.co/vjck5KN https://ibb.co/68J5bFm https://ibb.co/Q6pt0JV https://ibb.co/NtPv2C4 https://ibb.co/zb6YbVn https://ibb.co/GPrdzN1 https://ibb.co/qMrkxkq https://ibb.co/rb6MvjF https://ibb.co/GFPHbGR Below I also attach a proof of ownership. Thanks everyone for your attention! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted May 22 Report Share Posted May 22 Why the second registration? I am not ok with people having more than one account, so why not posted under NewB? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tater Posted May 22 Report Share Posted May 22 Gorgeous blade! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matsunoki Posted May 22 Report Share Posted May 22 Is there a way to scroll through the images (rather than having to go “in and out”) and without the bombardment of adverts? I’m working on an iPad……..am I doing something wrong? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted May 22 Author Report Share Posted May 22 6 hours ago, Brian said: Why the second registration? I am not ok with people having more than one account, so why now posted under NewB? Brian, I don't have more than one registration, only this I'm currently using. The other aliases in the "proof of ownership" image cover my usernames at SBG and myArmoury respectively. I've been a member there for ages and decided to share them as a provenance. To Tater, thank you a lot for the kind words! To Matsunoki - when clicking on an image link, there should be arrows pointing left and right in the bottom of the window, thus allowing you to scroll left or right inside the gallery. I can however vouch this is true on a desktop Windows interface. I use an adblocker on my PC, thus I'm never suffering any unwanted ads. Could not tell how the interface looks on iPad unfortunately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted May 23 Report Share Posted May 23 6 hours ago, LastSamurai said: Brian, I don't have more than one registration, only this I'm currently using. What's the relationship with NewB? Same names? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matsunoki Posted May 23 Report Share Posted May 23 All the ads have suddenly disappeared leaving just the sword images but still can’t see any scroll arrows (on iPad) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted May 24 Author Report Share Posted May 24 On 5/23/2023 at 9:32 AM, Brian said: What's the relationship with NewB? Same names? I sincerely don't know who that NewB is and why these implications to me! I've clearly stated everything regarding the sale. For transparency reasons I showcased my usernames for SBG and myArmoury and SFI. These are sword forums which I've been a member for more than a decade. If for some reason I am not welcomed here in the NHM, I'll leave for good, just let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted May 24 Report Share Posted May 24 Relax. It's my job to work out who is who here and who may be using more than one registration etc. I have a few Yulian's, at least one of whom has registered under different names and been banned. I suspect the surname is the same, but I know it's a common one in Bulgaria. All ok for now, just be aware that you may be confused with someone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted May 25 Author Report Share Posted May 25 On 5/24/2023 at 2:44 PM, Brian said: Relax. It's my job to work out who is who here and who may be using more than one registration etc. I have a few Yulian's, at least one of whom has registered under different names and been banned. I suspect the surname is the same, but I know it's a common one in Bulgaria. All ok for now, just be aware that you may be confused with someone else. Got it, thank you! FYI the name Yulian / Yuliyan is not very popular in Bulgaria, but my surname is one of the most common surnames here. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blagoy Posted May 26 Report Share Posted May 26 Nice sword. Good luck whit your sale! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted May 26 Author Report Share Posted May 26 Thank you, Blagoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted May 30 Author Report Share Posted May 30 Still prefer to sell within EU, but will do international shipping at buyer's expense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewB Posted May 30 Report Share Posted May 30 On 5/24/2023 at 7:44 AM, Brian said: Relax. It's my job to work out who is who here and who may be using more than one registration etc. I have a few Yulian's, at least one of whom has registered under different names and been banned. I suspect the surname is the same, but I know it's a common one in Bulgaria. All ok for now, just be aware that you may be confused with someone else. I'm not affiliated with this account and as someone mentioned, Yulian is not a popular name anywhere in the World as we know it 😀 Cheers J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted June 12 Author Report Share Posted June 12 Bump. To clafiry that the asking price does not include shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted June 26 Author Report Share Posted June 26 Still available. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted July 11 Author Report Share Posted July 11 I honestly prefer not to discount the price of this honorable antique at all, but given the circumstances I suppose I can go a tiny bit lower and lose a tiny bit more. New price is 7800 Euro through Paypal F&F and does not include shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted July 24 Author Report Share Posted July 24 I really love my Takada Sadamori nihonto - bought it with intention to keep for life. However, things change and priorities must be re-drawn. It comes to me that I will have to suffer a financial loss from selling, to say the least, but it is what it is. New price will be 7700 Euro, paid through Paypal F&F or Revolut and does not include shipping. I am not desperate to sell or in dire need for cash, but let's say it will be a good moment to buy this sword now. Both for you and for me. Reasonable offers are welcome. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted August 10 Author Report Share Posted August 10 For the upcoming weeks I'll settle at 7600 Euros, PayPal F&F or Revolut, not including shipping. Or a reasonable best offer. I guess my loss might be someone else's gain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted September 4 Author Report Share Posted September 4 7500 Euro and that's probably it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastSamurai Posted September 30 Author Report Share Posted September 30 Just a reminder... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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