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 

 

 

 

[Swords]

I know this is an old thread but i want to share this with everyone I have a sword with a wobbly Tsuba Im guessing Parts were Not original

I tried adding more seppas but that didn’t work My wife mentioned go  to Hobby lobby Smart lady Anyway i found foam rubber sheets that were sticky on one side They come in different colors I picked brown 

I made a template using a pen seppa xacto knife and scissors I stuck the sticky side on one side of a seppa I needed 4 since it was really wobbly I made  a thicker menuki and walla very little wobble Not pretty but it works 

 

Steve

 

[Bruce Pennington]

That will do until you can find replacement seppa.  Looks like it could use one of those fat brass ones, 4 seppa per side.

[Scogg]

I would have some concern that modern adhesives could contribute to corrosion of the seppa and may be difficult to remove without affecting the existing patina or wear.

 

A similar approach without adhesive would achieve the same result while reducing risk to the parts.

 

Just a thought.

Best regards,
-Sam

[Bruce Pennington]

Plenty of guys have used leather to make seppa.

[Swords]

Never thought of leather Using some Seppas would probably be best the problem is finding the right size Will give it all a try
 

Thanks for your help 

[Dereks]

3 hours ago, Swords said:

Never thought of leather Using some Seppas would probably be best the problem is finding the right size Will give it all a try
 

Thanks for your help 

 

Never thought of using leather? There’s a whole thread made just for you on making leather seppa.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[John C]

5 hours ago, Swords said:

the problem is finding the right size

Steve:

I use 8-9 oz leather for holsters, sheaths, and such. If you have an old leather belt, holster, or sheath you aren't using, it's probably 8oz (about 1/8 inch) and would do nicely.

 

John C.

[robinalexander]

Steve,

 

I have made leather seppa ...... cut as perfectly as possible, oiled and then squash the crap out of it overnight in a vice before final trim. They come out quit hard/stiff.  BUT i have generally only done that when replacing ' leather for leather' and I would never go to the multiple thicknesses you have.

 

Bruce is quite correct, it will keep it tight but only until until you locate the correct sized seppa for both sides of the tsuba and matching that particular model.

 

10 points for your efforts so far, but it really doesn't do the sword any justice at the moment.

 

Rob

[Swords]

I was  only trying to give others  an alternative how I made seppas

Probably not the best idea

I agree it’s probably best to use leather.

 It always amazes me that Someone has to ruined a good thread by making fun of another member 

Now I wish I hadn’t given my opinion 

 

 

Steve