SAS
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Restored Ww2 Blade,any Opinions Please?
SAS replied to The_ozzy_samurai's topic in Military Swords of Japan
Subject to interpretation by the polisher.....in this case, he maintained the original (or previous) position. All in all, I don't see any major issues from the photos; in hand it is easier to make judgement. As the NMB is dedicated to preservation of Nihonto, there are few who will approve of amateur polishing, even if the result is an improvement. It probably happens more than is admitted. -
I see or imagine koshizori, a previous mekugiana, and the old machi.....looks like an old Koto tachi to me. Needs some TLC but very interesting sword.
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Does Kirikomi Add To Or Detract From A Sword's Value?
SAS replied to Chango's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
My understanding is that a togi would correct chips in the ha and kissaki, but leave kirikomi as is. -
I seem to recall also that samurai women were trained and expert in the use of naginata to defend their homes while the men were on campaign.
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Interview was from 1981; it seemed that maybe he was unwilling to invest in security as much as he invested in art....perhaps a lesson there.
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I recommend Namikawa Heibei for their ready made urushi and customer service; I also recommend latex gloves and long sleeves for application. Multiple thin coats rather than thick application will reduce wrinkling, unless that is the look you want. Thanks for the comment and good luck on your project.
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The mitsukado tells the story; very amateur polish in destructive fashion.
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I have had to do some touch up work to the koiguchi area recently and have some rash from the urushi on my left arm; it seems i am very reactive to the stuff. This saya is for a wakizashi project, using black as the base with red accents. Mods: sorry for the mess, had trouble getting the photos to appear.
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Eric, i am having trouble locating my photos on my Mac since i updated; I will try and find them
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How about "it's better than I can make, so it must be good" ?
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I guess some people are less susceptible to the skin issues, or get used to it over time....I just know that i get random blisters even after it has been days or weeks since i applied urushi, when I contact some residue from sanding, etc. The results are worth a little discomfort however.
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Urushi can certainly be toxic, even in very minute particles, which can cause blistering and rashes. Gloves and protective clothing highly recommended, if anyone is experimenting with urushi. Great post.
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Very nice indeed! Nice job Woody and Stephen!
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Thank you Sir!
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Can someone please tell me the name for the style of koshirae in which a wakizashi is mounted in aikuchi style without itomaki? Thanks.
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Stephen, if you can make it to American Samoa, i will take you diving.......nice sword to whoever ends up with it.
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What's The Worst Abused Blade You Seen?
SAS replied to BenVK's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
Looks like some good stuff for oroshigane! -
Seems like konuka hada in the middle picture of the last set, decent polish, though the burnishing has a lot of stop/start marks. For the price, i would be very pleased.
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How To Understand Hard And Soft Jijane
SAS replied to lonely panet's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
The technology of the times usually would dictate the construction methods used, which would bear on "hard" or "soft" steel used. I think the terms have more relevance to polishers, as they are the ones putting steel to stone. I am very curious for an explanation of what is meant by a "weak jigane" as seen in the Connoisseurs Guide; to me it seems they are speaking of the lack of a folding pattern (created by multiple folds) which seems backwards as more folds= cleaner/stronger steel. Thoughts? -
some rust issues, suriage, and machi moved up?
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Many thanks to Mr. Peter Bleed for going the extra distance and for his very generous support of the NMB and the prize drawing; i received the prizes he donated yesterday (there were some delays due to my location.) Kudos!!!!
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Soild Gold Menuki School Identification
SAS replied to i h8 mud nz's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
There is a specific creature like this in the ancient myths, but it escapes my memory at the moment -
It is possible to freeze out the water from alcohol, resulting in nearly pure alcohol.
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Sad for the loss of potential art swords; however, when the sword is considered as a critical tool, it is important to know the limitations of the weapon and analyze the forging and heat treatment for potential improvements.
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Made for effete Court nobles?
