Rich Thomas Posted March 31 Report Posted March 31 Hi guys selling this beautiful ubu Tadahiro katana and koshirae, don't hesitate to reach out if you want high res/more pics. Tadahiro is the son of Shodai Tadayoshi. He was born in Saga, Hizen in 1614 and he studied under his father (from the age of 10!) and other great smiths such as the first generation Masahiro, and Yoshinobu. When his father died in 1632, Tadahiro took up the reins for the school. He received his title of Omi Daijo in 1641 - a very unusual honour to receive at the young age of 28. The short time to receiving this title is probably an indication of how prolific the school was in producing fine swords, and the prestige it earned for the Nabeshima Daimyo. Nidai Tadahiro passed away at the age of 81 in the sixth year of Genroku or 1693. His sword-making career spanned over sixty years and resulted in him being the most prolific artisan among the Hizen smiths. Smith Ratings: Fujishiro’s reference: Jo Jo Saku (Above Superior made) Hawley’s: 70 points Toko taikan / Dr Tokuno: 800 man yen (very highly regarded) Sharpness rating: Kokan Kaji Biko by Yamada Asaemon- rated as O Wazamono (formidable cutting ability). Nidai Tadahiro’s forte is his skill in producing suguha hamon. Sword specifications Type : Katana Mei : HIZEN KUNI JÛ FUJIWARA TADAHIRO 肥前国住藤原忠廣 Paper : NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Era/Age : between 1633 and July 1641 Shirasaya : Sayagaki by Tanobe sensai Koshirae : Yes Nagasa / Blade Length : 74.5cm Nakago : Length 20.8cm. Ubu. Nakago-jiri is iri-yamagata. Yasurime are kiri Sori : 1.2cm Moto haba: 3.19cm Saki haba: 2.01cm Kasane: 6.64mm Hamon Type : Suguha Jihada : Konuka Other Hataraki Visible : Ashi and yo, some small kinsuji Flaws : Small oil stain in kissaki/boshi on one side (see pic), some small light scratches Sword Location : Australia Will ship to : Anywhere, shipping fees / any customs duties etc responsibility of buyer Payment Methods Accepted : Bank transfer Price and Currency : USD $17,500 Other Info and Full Description : This is a large Shinto Katana with good length and in very good polish. Very consistent suguha noiguchi and a beautiful example of a Hizen blade by the Nidai Tadahiro as mentioned by Tanobe sensai. Sayagaki translation Hizen-no-kuni Fujiwara Tadahiro Ubu with eight-character signature. An early work of the Tadahiro 2nd. The jitetsu of konuka hada, and the clear, belt-like suguha are excellent, and show off this smith's true abilities. This piece was made circa Kan'ei 14 (1637), before Tadahiro received the title of "Ōmi daijō" Length of two shaku, four sun, six bu. Appraised and written on this day in November, 2009, by Tanzan Hendō. 4 6 Quote
Kanenaga Posted March 31 Report Posted March 31 Not in my wheelhouse but a very nice package. Good luck with the sale! Quote
Rich Thomas Posted April 1 Author Report Posted April 1 Thanks Les appreciated. Yep I’m a koto collector really, which is the only reason I’m parting with this, it is a beautiful blade. Cheers Rich Quote
Rich Thomas Posted April 16 Author Report Posted April 16 Hi guys, Dropping the price to USD 15,500 … thanks for looking! cheers Rich 1 Quote
R_P Posted April 18 Report Posted April 18 Ok this is an incredible offer at this price, amazing sword. 4 Quote
Rawa Posted April 18 Report Posted April 18 Work of exceptional Togishi. What can you tell me guys about tsuba? Quote
Rich Thomas Posted April 19 Author Report Posted April 19 Hey Rayhan , thank you for kind words , I felt this was an excellent price (given I have seen shorter TBH Tadahiro , no koshirae or sayagaki sell for 22k USD !!) anyway Aussie dollar is s**t right now so share the love Rawa, I’m away from home right now but do have a better pic of tsuba mei in my phone pics if that helps it is not papered, maybe one of the gurus can translate: ) ? Cheers Rich 1 Quote
vajo Posted April 20 Report Posted April 20 Stunning blade with a beautifull Koshirae. That Tsuba alone is a buy. WoW. Quote
AussieMacca1972 Posted August 7 Report Posted August 7 (edited) Wow this is gorgeous and in my own country too. Where you located mate? Edited August 7 by AussieMacca1972 Spelling correction Quote
French nihonto Posted August 7 Report Posted August 7 I really like Hizen's work, I think he's too underrated. Quote
Rich Thomas Posted August 8 Author Report Posted August 8 10 hours ago, AussieMacca1972 said: Wow this is gorgeous and in my own country too. Where you located mate? G’day Mark, thanks for the nice comment on the Tadahiro! .. I’m in Sydney matey where are you based? Quote
AussieMacca1972 Posted August 8 Report Posted August 8 50 minutes ago, Richard Thomas said: G’day Mark, thanks for the nice comment on the Tadahiro! .. I’m in Sydney matey where are you based? Brisvegas matey. Quote
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