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Jimmy Hayashi, polisher?


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Hi Robert,

Jimmy Hayashi is the real thing, a classically trained togishi. He was introduced to his teacher by Dr. Homma, I believe, and did a full apprenticeship in Japan before moving to the San Francisco area. He has a long waiting list but he does excellent work.

Grey

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Shigekazu 'Jimmy' Hayashi, is a truly dedicated polisher trained in the Honami tradition. Where both his teacher and himself are of the thought that it is important to bring out not only the best features of the hamon, but the jigane/jitetsu as well. On top of which his foundation work is excellent with incredibly crisp smooth lines. Plus, Mr. Hayashi is one of the most genuinely polite people you may ever meet.

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I'd also concur with Grey and Franco. Top notch craftsman, and true gentleman. He's also likely one of the last of his kind in that he was a true Uchideshi (lived with his teacher). This is almost unheard of these days as most trainees attend the studio of their teacher, but live elsewhere.

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