Older Wakizashi Tsuka Question

[Winchester]

In reviewing a tsuba with a moon theme for Stephen’s post, this F/K, Menuki and tsuka handle were all together when I purchased and am wondering if folks would kindly share their thoughts and feedback.

 

Still getting better on my photography skills but have a long way to go! Thank you in advance.

[Dan tsuba]

Hello Brian,

 

I don't know much about anything, but I think your tsuka is beautiful!  Chrysanthemum (kiku) themes abound!  Man, I wish I had something that nice!

Hopefully, other members will tell you more about the tsuka and mei!

 

With respect,

Dan

[Winchester]

Hi Dan, Thank you for your kind note. It is a subtle appreciation I have for this tsuka, in person the detail is a bit more fine, but I think overall (at best) it is a modest to low/mid-level quality, but that doesn't matter too much to me as I personally enjoy it. 

 

Just trying to learn more about the time period, signature, and so on.

 

Best to you in collecting and enjoy--been reading your posts too and glad you found a hobby you are excited about. I find it peaceful and enjoyable.

 

Brian

[MauroP]

The signature should be 政行 - Masayuki, but I was unable to find a Masayuki written that way.

[Guest Simon R]

The chrysanthemum menuki look very similar to a pair I picked up recently. (I had to remove heavy verdigris in two areas where the ito had crossed over them whilst mounted.)

[kissakai]

Would you let me know, how did you remove the Verdigris?