
Barrett Hiebert
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Jean, We shall see more in depth when I get both the blades in hand and use a digital calliper to get even more of the exact reading of both specifications of mass distribution to compare. (In greater detail than what is provided on their respective webpage descriptions). I shall post them here or send you a DM if you are interested. Forest, Thank you for the recommendation and video link. I did pick up an electronic scale though shall keep this in mind for the future.
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Moriyama-san, Thank you for the translation of the NBTHK paperwork. The correct 60.9 cm nagasa is an important distinction that undoubtedly labels it as a katana as per the NBTHK Japanese Sword Index. As to all others thank you for your posts and examples. Danny Massey lists the blades nakago conditon as being ubu though it may be MACHI OKURI. I will have to ask him about that though. Thank you all again. Best regards, Barrett Hiebert
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Scogg (Sam), Apologies for the late reply. Didn’t have thread notification on. I just wanted another data point plus I like to compare blade weights to get an idea as per its mass distribution, specifications, etc. I found an appropriate electronic scale (to 1 gram accuracy) and sent it to Danny Massey at nihontocraft.com who measured this nihonto for me which came out to 17.4 ounces = 493.281702 grams. http://www.nihontocraft.com/Kaga_Fujishima_Koto_Katana.htm I wanted to compare it to this other nihonto that I also purchased, which comes out to 625 grams. https://www.touken-matsumoto.jp/en/product/shousai/KA-0672# Hope that clears things up. Thanks again for your reply. Thank you to everyone for their replies. Best regards, Barrett Hiebert
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Forumites, So I’ve done research on the forum and found that the Japanese Sword Index of the NBTHK classifies a wakizashi nagasa as being between 1 shaku at 30.3 cm to 2 shaku at 60.6 cm. So why then does the NBTHK certificate of this Kaga Fujishima Katana classify this blade of 60.2 cm nagasa as being a katana when the nagasa falls within the range of 1 shaku, 30.3 cm to 2 shaku, 60.6 cm that it should be labeled as a wakizashi? The nihonto in question… http://www.nihontocraft.com/Kaga_Fujishima_Koto_Katana.htm Thank you for reading. I look forward to your replies. Best regards, Barrett Hiebert
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Yes I thought so too. My friend just searched online and found this... http://kool.corrections.ky.gov/KOOL/Details/509227 I think it's mere coincidence and some sick way of character assassinating him. From all my searches of his name and his website on the forum, I've read favorable posts, reviews, engagements so I was never worried. His website also looks legitimate in its entirety. His blades are accompanied with the appropriate NBTHK paperwork, etc. Thank you for the prompt reply PNSSHOGUN.
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Forumites, As the title states my question is simple. Is Danny Massey at Nihontocraft.com legitimate and reliable? I've done a search on the forum and seen that he is trust worthy but I need to convince a friend, who will be making the payment for me for a certain blade that he has listed. Also just for my extra peace of mind I come to the forum asking. Best regards, Barrett Hiebert
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The price is 800 000 yen. I did end up reserving it and pay for it. The payment has already gone through with my bank. It's definitely not a Juyo like this Nakajima Rai I bought once but it's still beautiful in my eyes even with its flaws. https://www.shoubudo...l.php?product_id=182 It's Nambokucho period with an o-kissaki which I've learnt over time that it's my favorite. I'm okay with how coarse the one side is from what I percieve to be lamination openings and the rust on the nakago. I didn't buy it for its resell value as being only 800 000 yen according to the market I probably wouldn't get that much today if I were to resell it. I personally think 800 000 yen is a fine price to pay for what it is. That Nakajima Rai was 3 600 000 yen if I remember correctly so I know a very big difference but at the time I was only aware of a few websites and had the money to splurge. I was eventually introduced to more websites and realized I really didn't need a Juyo although its nice. Not a collector. Just want a cool blade for study. Barrett
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Forumites, Just would like to get your thoughts on this sword? https://www.touken-m...duct/shousai/KA-0672 Best regards, Barrett Hiebert
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Love the koshi-zori on this one…all his Kamakura to Nambokucho blades on his website I’d buy if I could. https://www.Japanese....de/en/katana-ko-aoe
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Friends, Ask and ye shall recieve. Thanks for the kind words Brian, Drew and Charles. I would of replied earlier though I have been recovering from sickness and from blowing out my pelvic floor while moving. Of course these are the blade with the two part gold foil habaki. I had it switched out for a warriors copper single part one though am still waiting on a picture with such, though these pictures show the blades metallurgical profile enough. Enjoy. Best regards, Barrett Hiebert