Jacques
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Yasurime and erased seki stamp, smith's name...
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Two have been found, but there are still more. Where are the experts?
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Showa-tö... It will be difficult to identify a hada
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In the attached photo, you can see two of Kiyomaro's signatures; both have the same nengo, but there are a few differences between them. Can you spot them? On the other hand, there are some characteristics that are always present in Kiyomaro's signatures, can you identify them?
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Katana Blade Signed MINAMOTO KIYOMARŌ dated 1850
Jacques replied to tbonesullivan's topic in Nihonto
I was wrong once about this swordsmith, but this time I'm sure, gimei From the Kiyomaro taikan
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I asked this question because what surprises me most is the fact that you’re asking it here. Even though nihonto isn’t my whole life (there are much more important things), I know who to turn to if I want a tokuju, and I would never buy one without holding it in my hands first.
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I wonder what motivates you, buying a tokuju isn't like buying a car; in my humble opinion, a tokuju has to be earned, it's not just a matter of money; you also need to have the necessary knowledge to fully appreciate it.
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Nothing will ever replace studying a sword in hands; it is the one and only way to appreciate all its subtleties. Even the swords on display in museums cannot be studied fully and seriously. Everything else is just hot air.
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At first glance, it looks like the Echizen sandai Yasutsugu, but I can't be sure about the authenticity of the mei, the photo is too blurry.
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Although Sukehiro's signature style has evolved over time, there are certain constants, especially in the kaisho style. Unfortunately, this blade is gimei.
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Never forget that polishing a sword is never harmless, it accelerates wear and tear and can reveal a flaw that might reduce its value. From what I can see, this sword has already been polished many times. It is therefore worth considering whether it needs to be polished again.
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Eirakudo's 1st gen Yasutsugu tanto
Jacques replied to nihon's topic in General Nihonto Related Discussion
Like this one? Less expensive.
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This is true for gimei that were made during the smith’s lifetime or shortly thereafter, but it no longer applies today.
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It's why i said good luck. But some people here think they can determine the origin of a sword (said Gimei ) based on a few poor-quality photos. As for me, despite all my experience, I've never managed to do it.
