WW2 Japanese sword

[Scogg]

That’s one of the three books. 
 

The links provided above by eternal newbie have all the books. There’s three links there for three books

[Hokke]

When I have contacted Markus in the past he was always prompt in his response. However, I never contacted him during the holidays, so please be patient if it takes a bit.

[eternal_newbie]

11 minutes ago, Swords said:

Is this the correct book it’s 59.00

 

As others have said - that's the first book in a series of 3, covering smiths with name starting AKI-KUNI.

 

At the very least, the smith you're looking for (YOSHISHIGE) is likely to be in the third volume, covering smiths with names starting SATO-ZEN:
https://www.lulu.com/shop/markus-sesko/swordsmiths-of-Japan-sato-zen-intl/hardcover/product-19k5g8wv.html?page=1&pageSize=4

 

Or buy the eBook, which combines all 3 books into one PDF at a lower price overall:
https://www.lulu.com/shop/markus-sesko/e-swordsmiths-of-Japan/ebook/product-1zk9mrzq.html?page=1&pageSize=4

[Scogg]

Steve, this resource is only worth getting if you actually intend to use it.

 

To be blunt, your forum history shows a consistent pattern of ignoring recommended materials and coming back to have the same information spelled out for you.
 

At this point, it comes across less like you’re here to learn and more like you’re here to avoid learning, by outsourcing the effort to others. If that doesn’t change, there’s no reason to believe these books will be any different from the resources you’ve already ignored.

I genuinely hope that pattern changes, but only you know your true motivations. 

-Sam 

[Swords]

I don’t need a lesson in learning I have spent money on books and am looking to purchase these now

This is why I don’t like your opinions

Yes I have put up alot of swords on the forum more than I should 

However I could have bought bad swords so I’m thankful for that 

You can send me your opinion’s through my messages I don’t need your comments for the  forum to read !

You don’t know a person until  you walk in their shoes I know mean to sound blunt 

 

 

 

Steve 

[Swords]

I meant I don’t mean to sound blunt 

[Brian]

Steve,
These encyclopedias are literally a list of names, with some brief description of the smith and when he worked. No pics, no description of swords. Just a dictionary of all the smiths and who they were.
useful, but not if you are only ever going to look up 5 or 6 smiths.

[Swords]

I agree I sent Markus a message Hoping he will respond 

 

 

Thanks Brian 

[Hector]

On 12/28/2025 at 2:12 AM, Swords said:

I don’t need a lesson in learning I have spent money on books and am looking to purchase these now

 

An unread book is just a block of paper.

F. Scott Fitzgerald

[Bruce Pennington]

It has always puzzled me when others place their expectations on someone.  We are all not the same.  We do not learn at the same rates.  My wife did that to me for decades, causing untold damage to our relationship and lives together.  

 

I'm proud of Steven for learning to tolerate the grief that he gets around here.  It shows a great deal of patience and determination.  I can vouch for the fact that he's making an effort to learn about this stuff.  It's simply not going to happen at the rate some of you guys want.  

 

Let's just enjoy our time here, together, folks.

[Ed]

Markus will get back to you. As pointed out it is the holidays and to be honest, I think at times he gets overwhelmed with requests. I had written him prior to the holidays and he wrote me back yesterday saying he had gotten sidetracked twice while meaning to write. For me it is no big deal, I am in no rush.

 

Point he is very dependable and will write you back.  Be patient grasshopper.

 

If you want to know more, I would go with Swordsmiths of Japan by Markus Sesko. You can order any of his books on the LULU website.

 

If you want something cheaper, I have a copy of Hawleys (Brown one). It is worn and the corners have been bumped pretty hard, but the pages are intact and I would let it go for $100 plus S/H and any related fees.

[Swords]

Thanks Ed I got in touch with Marcus and waiting for his response I might take you up on the book Right now my monies tight 

 

Thanks Bruce for your thoughtfulness

I try to ignore others negativity Some guys have to have an audience to get validation from other's