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Jamie

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  1. real light coating of Choji oil is best. You might want to read the following as well: http://www.Japanese-swords.com/pages/handling.htm
  2. Yeah. it looks close-But I'm still unsure. I looked at a Koza- but again going by just memory from the book, I can't tell.
  3. Now obviously you can't shinsa it to Japan, but can you reserve a spot for a NTHK judgement here in the states? They do them at the Kai sometimes right?
  4. This Tang is of a Tanto. Supposedly it's a Masahide from 1812 I am curious if you guys think it's genuine or Gimei.
  5. This why I Pm'd you and suggested Choji oil. it's the best.
  6. Thank you David Unfortunetely, or fortunetely I already have it.
  7. Zeug, It's a Tachi Mount. The mount it's in wouldn't have been overly common from the time the blade is supposedly from. And it is common to see Kanji( the etchings you are describing) on both sides. If you can, measure the Blade- From the point to the Habachi(metal Collar) notch and post your finding. That's where the metal collar meets the blade on the back side(mune). Literally the notch that the Habaki sits in. Someone translated the signature to be BishU Osafune Sukesada Right? Well that signature can mean a couple of things. To have some idea, you'd need to know the date it was forged. Usually swords signed That way were bundled literally and sold in bulk for war. But from what I understand- many signed that way earlier than the late 1500's can be good swords. I am fairly new to collecting so I have limited knowledge here. I was looking at purchasing a Tanto signed that way though so I did some research on those smiths recently. I wouldn't think a low level blade would be in a tachi mount- but they are saying(other members) that they have seen them that were sold as tourist items. So I am unsure. The blade would need to be looked at by someone qualified and they could give you more info than anyone looking at pictures of it. Then you'd also know if it would take a polish or not as well.
  8. Measurements might help in determination. Can't see the Mei in those pics. Nice Hamon. Blade looks in decent shape.
  9. OK steven, I'll tell you about the first piece I aquired. It didn't take me long studying to realize that many people get taken on their first purchases. So I was very careful. I was looking for a Katana, but came across a piece I just couldn't pass up. It was a Ken Tanto. It was in great shape, and the patina on the tang appeared to be very old. It turns out that it's most likely a Kamakura era ken (sending for papers very soon). I didn't think it was quite that old, so I got really lucky. I don't have a picture of it on this computer- but I'll do my best to get one posted later. Thank you for the welcome BTW Stephen Jamie
  10. Hi my name is Jamie. I'd like to introduce myself. I have always had an interest in knives and guns. My father was hunter, so I was raised around most types of weapons. I was very familiar with guns, blades, and bows even as a kid. I never enjoyed hunting, but have always had interest in weaponry. Especially bladed ones. About two or three years ago I became interested in Japanese blades. So I have been studying extensively, looking at all I can get my eyes on. I attended the Token Kai in florida, as a learning experience. and I've looked at a few collections Thanks to few very generous folks within the community. And I have a small but growing collection. I've been reading the board a little bit, so I figured I should jump in. I look forward to participating. It will be nice to share thoughts with like minded folks. I'll do my best not to step on anyone's toes. Thanks for having me Jamie Here is a ken Tanto. I believe it's Kanji says Unsho (Kamakura)
  11. If it's an old blade, you might want to consider having a shira saya made for it. Jamie
  12. I am new to the forum. You might want to get some choji oil and oil the blade up. That will at least stop further damage for now. Then probably send it to someone qualified to evaluate if it's worth a polish.
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