Tsuba type?

[Thekirsh]

Hi guys

 

Just wondered what is ment by the term "armor maker "with regards to the tsuba pictured ?

Simon

[Bungo]

arrrrhhh. the one I am currently holding the high bid.

Well, armour maker tsuba is exactly what it means....... they make armour as primary source of income, and make tsuba as a " sideline ".......at least that's what I understand.

 

Bit rusty, may lose some patina after a good clean up job. Without the infamous Chicago air, may be a wee bit tough to bring the patina back ( for novice, that is )

 

milt the ronin

[Thekirsh]

Thanks Milt,

Mmm be careful, you know how us Aussies hate a challenge!!!

Simon

[Henry Wilson]

Here is something on katchushi tsuba (armour maker) from Jim Gilbert

http://home.earthlink.net/~jggilbert/oldiron2.htm

 

One of my favourite styles at the moment

[Thekirsh]

Thanks Henry,

 

Great site !!!!!!

Simon