Stunning Hozon-Papered 2nd Generation Kanefusa Ko-wakizashi in Shirasaya

[ChrisW]

Hello ladies and gentlemen!, I am submitting this for sale here on the board. If it sells here, I'll pay $50 out of the final price to the board. Thanks again to Brian for providing a good platform for us sellers!

 

Type (Tachi, Katana, Wakizashi, Tanto, Naginata, Other) : Ko-Wakizashi
Ubu, Suriage or O-Suriage : Ubu
Mei : (Mumei, Signature) :  Signed sanji-mei Kanefusa Saku, two nakago-ana.
Papered or not and by whom? : Hozon papered to 2nd Generation Kanefusa, by the NBTHK in 2024
Era/Age : Muromachi, approx. 1487-1528
Shirasaya, Koshirae or Bare Blade? : in nice, new shirasaya
Nagasa/Blade Length : 34.5cm or 13.58 inches.
Sori : 0.8cm (0.31 inches)
Hamon Type : Kanefusa gunome-midare
Jihada : Wide running itame, with course mokume elements. Lots of nie and some chikei present!
Other Hataraki Visible : Ashi, sunagashi, kinsuji. Sharp kaeri that results in a Jizo statue appearance in the boshi.
Flaws : brand new polish, only minor loose grain in a few spots that attest to its age. No openings, ware, or any other flaws visible.
Sword Location : Indiana, USA
Will ship to :  USA primarily, international contingent on laws of destination country.
Payment Methods Accepted : Paypal, Cashapp. Shipping options discussed at time of purchase.
Price and Currency :  $2600 USD or reasonable offers. Will only take up to $500 in trade value.
Other Info and Full Description :  Comes in new shirasaya with the original solid copper habaki. Will ship with a sword bag as well.

 

This is a fantastic blade for sale at a great price. It is priced for a lot less than what you would see elsewhere. This is a scarce example of a ko-wakizashi by the 2nd generation Iwami no Kami Kanefusa, who is listed as a 3.5m yen smith in Toko-Taikan. He worked from approximately 1487 to 1528 and was son of Shodai Kanefusa. Their lineage is one of a few smith lineages that is considered unbroken and continues to this day in the 26th generation Kanefusa who makes fine cutlery. This particular example shows off a lot more activity than is typical for the later generations of this lineage, so there is a lot to study. It is not very often that such an early example of such a venerable lineage comes up for sale in such wonderful shape, so here is your chance!

If interested, respond here and then direct message me! 

[ChrisW]

As an addendum, this is regarded as a Koto blade for all you aficionados out there! (Or if you are new to nihonto and looking for something that fits the description). 

[ChrisW]

In an attempt to quicken this sale, I will go ahead and drop this blade to $2500 and no more than $500 in trade value, with $50 going to the board still.

If you're looking for an early Kanefusa, this is a prime example of the second generation with the only comparable other example I've found being a 3rd generation in Koshirae for $3600! Obviously, the second generation is a lot more desirable and this blade's activity far outshines the comparable lesser 3rd generation example. The 3rd generation example is located in Japan, which entails all the waiting and possible headaches of tariffs as well. Mine is conveniently located in central US and will ship with minimal issues and wait times.

Lastly, as a satisfied prior buyer of another item of mine pointed out, I make the transactions quick and simple. Shipping is handled post-haste with the utmost care for the item.

 

[ChrisW]

As an early Thanksgiving/Black Friday special, I will keep the price at $2500 BUT include one of my hand-made makura (sword resting pillow) in a color of your choice (red, gold, purple, navy, sapphire, olive, forest, green) as well as FREE shipping/insurance within the continental US.

If you are interested, but are outside of the continental US, we can easily work something out.

This offer will only be good until Monday, December 1st.