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As I said, but I'm trying to find a decent sword amidst a pile of rubbish and since it's 17 years since I last bought a sword, everything is rusty. I know the first two kanji (town/province) of this one but I just can't place it. It's Nagasomething, but doesn't look like Mitsu and there is no Nagamitsu with the accompanying details.

 

Again, the rust in the mei looks to new but it's so cheap, I may be willing to give it a go.

 

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

With Thanks

 

Simon

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Thanks guys. I thought a rebadged Showa-To also.

 

Does anybody have a good katana for sale, in or out of polish, Gi-Mei is OK if the sword is good, plenty of activity (ie: Satsuma) around 68-70 cm, preferably with Hi or some sort of Horimono, preferably in Gunto or damaged Buke-Zukuri mounts (so I can mount it up the way I want), not too thin, to put me out of my misery?

 

I NEED a Nihonto. I don't know why, I just can't function without one.

 

Thanks again guys.

 

Simon

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I've been there before, 120 swords at one stage, including Nagasone Okisato Kotetsu with Horimono by Kotetsu and Tameshigiri by Yamano Kuemon Nagahisa, Sho-Dai Soshu Tsunehiro, Sashu Ju Masayoshi (San-Dai), Miyoshi Nagamitsu, etc, all genuine.

 

ALSO all those that never got to togi/shinsa that I'll never know. I can't even think about that. There was one...no, I can't think about that one.

 

AND I'M StARTING AGAIN.

 

Anybody want to use me for tameshigiri? I think that will be a cure-all, as it would be a close-encounter with a good Nihonto (must be Juyo or above) and get the Nihonto thing out of me head.

 

I NEED a Nihonto

 

Don't walk, but run away before you find yourself with over $20K in swords (all lovely)! This is one of the most beautiful addictions I could think of and I too have the bug.

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I'll just go ahead and say what I think OK?

 

Without all the wallowing in your present misfortune or lack of fortune, and the maudlin reminiscences of what and who you were, you are probably not a bad sort of a bloke. Personally, I think to offer yourself as a subject for tameshigiri is rather pathetic, even in jest.

 

You know enough about Nihonto to be able to distinguish a good one from a load of rubbish. Go out and buy a decent sword from a reputable dealer for Pete's sake, and put me and the rest of us out of your misery.

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There are some really decent people on this site and some who really just don't get it so I'm just going to explain it as to a 5 y/o.

 

It was a poignant issue entwined with a trifle; a response to whom I believe was be the Moderator, advising me to not walk, but run away from this addiction.

 

Who would possibly take offering myself for tameshigiri as being serious. I did not once mention anything about success, merely my former collection, which I sold as a business decision to invest in something else, which is nobody else's business so I didn't mention it.

 

I have been criticised for being arrogant and now maudlin. I live in a three story house, just one of my many guitars is worth $100,000 and drive a BMW 535i so have nothing to complain about.

 

So which is it; maudlin or arrogant? I consider myself to have led a very fortunate life but I daren't mention anything of it.

 

I am not wallowing in anything. I make jokes that are sometimes misunderstood by simple people who do not have the benefit of a private grammar school education, basic wisdom or the simple life experience to read between the lines.

 

I have had enough feedback from people who enjoy the fact that I entwine a little life into my posts and I think the question of the values of Japanese swords is one of qualitative and quantitate interest; investment issues aside. I'm just curious and the sort of person who seeks answers.

 

The language of both critiques has been clearly Australian, whilst it is more than likely that no international member has ever heard of me.

 

Moss and Sanjuro, if you are stuck in dead-end jobs with limited understanding and find this an opportunity to assume the Australian tall-poppy opportunity you have been waiting for, you are misinformed, seriously off-target and, I would hope, embarrassing yourself in front of the other members.

 

Since this is the second abusive post I have received in a mere few days, I leave it up to the moderator to decide as to whether I should remain a member of this board. I have been keeping my posts as on-topic as possible but will find it difficult to write dry, concise, humourless and lifeless posts and I don't want to justify everything I say here. My former knowledge is coming back by the day, which is what I was referring to, but I enjoy talking swords and will always be learning. Some members have helped me greatly.

 

I do not understand the problem with Moss and Sanjuro. Actually, I think I do.

 

There is a world beyond swords. I don't see the problem of it seeping in here and there.

 

If the Moderator wishes me to leave, I will. I just will not be able to be dull.

 

Simon Binks

 

I'll just go ahead and say what I think OK?

 

Without all the wallowing in your present misfortune or lack of fortune, and the maudlin reminiscences of what and who you were, you are probably not a bad sort of a bloke. Personally, I think to offer yourself as a subject for tameshigiri is rather pathetic, even in jest.

 

You know enough about Nihonto to be able to distinguish a good one from a load of rubbish. Go out and buy a decent sword from a reputable dealer for Pete's sake, and put me and the rest of us out of your misery.

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Simon,

I am not asking anyone to leave here. (well...for now anyways. I like to exert that right every so often :lol: )

The internet sucks for interpersonal communication. You cannot express yourself properly, emotions get lost, and you cannot get to know someone very well. Therefore the easiest way to approach a serious subject is to address the subject, and leave the personal stuff for in-person communications. That is just a fact of the internet, and of forums like this.

It is also frustrating to see ppl looking for better swords online, and especially on eBay. Most are gimei, and most are being viewed by dozens of intelligent and educated collectors. There are few bargains, and if stuff appears cheap, it probably was worth a cheap price.

If you are really serious about a decent sword, then go through one of the good dealers here or overseas. People simply don't sell big names for cheap prices on eBay. Most of the swords you have asked about are merely common Showato. Are you looking for a good Gendaito that appeared to be a common mass-produced blade? If so..most others are too. Drop that search for now, and go to the dealers or wait for someone to offer something.

We have seen it in the past too many times. People who post too often and are always at the top of the posting list are usually the first to catch "flak" from members. It's not that they are deliberately nasty...it is just that you have to take it easy and slow on a free forum, or be seen to be either too eager, or taking advantage. I suggest taking it slower and steady, and look at the items that come up for sale. Being in a rush is not going to be condusive to a pleasant forum experience.

 

Just my 2c of course, on a hectic Sunday afternoon.

 

Brian

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...but I daren't mention anything of it.

 

Simon, respectfully, this is a nihonto site.

I do not know the history or the vocation of any members of this board. Not that I don't want to but it is irrelevant to the information here and the reason I read the board.

Now with just a few posts you have managed to tell us all several times that you've had 120 swords, a Kotetsu, etc, etc, you've lost 2 fortunes, you're having bad times and you want a new sword...

 

Some people will like that, some won't. That's the way of the world.

We all have our problems, etc. I've got plenty.

I come here to forget about them and study swords.

 

You've got input to add to the site, I'm sure.

Please keep it nihonto related and you'll get on fine.

 

Ask for translations and sword advice but keep the rockstar and the tameshigiri comments private, please.

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SwordGuyJoe made a joke, I responded with my own style of humour (it's the only style I have), then WW3.

 

If there is no room for humour, or lateral stories such as my father receiving the swords of Generals and Colonels at Rabaul, I am probably in the wrong place.

 

With respect, good swords can be found on eBay. I missed and am kicking myself about it, a superb San-Dai Sashu Ju Masayoshi in full polish and superb koshirae for $5000. YES, I should have bought it but I'm new to eBay and keep screwing it up. I tried but it was the log-in-when-your-name-is-already-on-the-screen-thing, so by the time I had logged in, I had missed it.

 

As soon as my new phone arrives (went swimming with the old on December 29th and its taken the insurance company this long), I will advertise like I used to.

 

Good swords can be found in the strangest places. One of my best came from my Aikido class.

 

I have been collecting for 30 years, longer than most here I would imagine, have explained my experience and experiences before, and I can articulate myself as precisely as I wish on paper or screen. Without insult such as Moss and Sanjuro.

 

Many of the members here have been kind and helpful but I don't need nor should I have to justify myself anymore.

 

I amassed a great collection without this site, I can do it again. It was just very convenient as all my books are in storage and I deeply thank those who helped me with translations that are yet to rise from my subconscious.

 

The politics of justifying a little humour is tedious.

 

And as for the latest post by Moss:

 

"OK Simon.

 

For the record: I dont have a private grammar school education. I have two University degrees.

I dont drive a BMW. I drive a Porsche (A new one)

I dont have a dead end job. I own my own businesses.

 

I live where I want to live and move when I want to move because I can afford it.

 

So much for your pathetic assumptions!

 

Keith"

 

Does not even deserve a reply.

 

I'm outta here.

 

Thanks for those who were polite, intelligent and helpful.

 

I wish you the best.

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This is for sure a long way off topic and not even that interesting to read and it takes away from more serious posts as I often read all new posts just to keep up. I do agree that the odd humerous comment adds something but on and on commentary between folks should go to PM's

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