These are the additional photos I mentioned previously. I believe this sword to be an Amahide dai saku /
dai mei by Ido Hidetoshi. I believe it to be Gendaito.
I have two, one which my father brought home after WWll, one which I purchased at an estate sale. Both are Dai-saku and
Dai-mei, one by Kanemune the other by Hidetoshi.
Will post photos of the Hidetoshi when I get a chance, brother is in possession of Kanemune (Amahide.)
Dave M
Sword has definitely been knocked around a bit! However, many collectors like swords which have a "been there" appearance.
Could be an older blade from look of nakago, lack of Yasuri me and punched mekugi ana. Worn Ha and Muni machi.
Even as insignificant as it may be, these cut as opposed to deteriorated tassel ends continue to show up.
It could lead one to believe that there was definite reason for it...examples of both below.
And another variation;
:鍔 Tsuba Dragon Armor Sengoku Warlord Diagram Musha Battle Map Inscription Sword Japan Sword Imitation Sword Japan Sword Orthotics Armor Age Kurade■From Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture J4 24-3945 /【Buyee】 Buyee - Japanese Proxy Service | Buy from Japan!
Tsuba Dragon Armor Sengoku Warlord Diagram Musha Battle Diagram Named Sword Japanese Sword Sword Imitation Sword Sword Tsuba Japanese Sword Equipment Weaponry Period Storehouse ■ From Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture J4 24-3944 /【Buyee】 Buyee - Japanese Proxy Service | Buy from Japan!
Yep, and on it goes...
Ok great, I see I'm just the latest to fall for the ruse. Hard to believe the prices the thieves are asking, but then again, what's new with fraudsters, only paid $27 US, yet still........
Recently purchased this Tsuba from Japanese dealer. I'm puzzled with the kanji, I believe it is Goto Chengjo with possibly a Hanayoshi kanji symbol (kao). Was there a Goto smith Chengjo or is this a Chinese copy ???
Thanks in advance,
Dave M.