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This was amazing indeed. 👏 I was starting to lose sleep over it 😂 Could we get some more ? Very engaging! John

Well, I don't have enough knowledge but I have a blade that looks almost identical to this one of the Rai school Nambokucho except my nakago rust is considerably darker (black) and this one appears red. Last, not sure from the photos but I see some utsuri which makes me believe in my Rai guess. Aoe possibility? Cheers John

Thank you John

Could anyone give a brief description of the event for people that have never attended one? Also, say if someone decides to sell a blade, how does that work? Is it more like going to a car dealership and trying to make a deal OR just like purchasing from a reputable dealer in the US or Japan? Thank you in advance John

Nicely polished/preserved boshi. Wish to see more of the hada. Cheers. John

Looks fantastic. John

Looks identical to me John

Hello, Every traditionally made blade deserves proper restoration and care, in my opinion. If you are looking to polish it to sell maybe it won't be worth it from a monetary stand point. If you are looking to keep it, I'd authenticate it First and then go for the polish! Just my thoughts Cheers, John

I think both of you have valid points But considering we are talking about nihonto the assumption always should be, go the traditional way with a togishi that has lived there and that has been supervised throughout the process by the master polisher! No wonder most of them are experts in appraising and authenticating .. I believe we have to agree to disagree and keep it all away from any further complications. I would always support people that try to do good rather than harm but unfortunately most that attempt to 'restore' nihonto usually end up destroying it and that is the worst possible outcome. Just my point of view! Regards, John

It depends on the one that wields the sword, I was told. Those look spectacular. Makes me want to start taking photos 🤭 Cheers John

Looks great. You polished that yourself? Cheers John

I rarely use the uchiko ball for aforementioned reasons but I suggested it as it would stick to any oil in the ware so if there's still oil residue after wiping it, then the ware is deep. Otherwise I agree with most on the uchiko judgement although I have used it all these years without any issues so far (once in a blue moon). I hope you are happy with your blade and the price paid. Protect it in good health! Cheers John

Congrats! To me - Ubu, papered Shinto is always a pleasure regardless of study or collection. Take good care of it. I hope that ware isn't deep as it is close to the hamon. If choji oil doesn't stay in there long after applying the uchiko ball then you are good, in my opinion. Cheers John

To my noob eyes it appears legit Cheers John

Thank you very much. John

Good evening, Best shots I can use. Poorly polished but almost original gasane. All opinions welcomed! Cheers John

Thank you! Photos to follow! Cheers John

Hello Jason, I am in the same predicament as yourself. Maybe some of the much more knowledgeable people here would give you a better answer but usually (from what I have read), blades that are dated or named after the owner stand out as custom ordered (some well informed members mentioned that putting a date or anything 'extra' would have required much more time to complete). My point of view is - how nice is the jigane and the hamon?! I can see the togari gunome (Sambon sugi?) , but not much of the hada. In any event, nice blade IMHO! Cheers, John

Kazu- uchi mono? It has really nice and tight hada and really nice gunome midare hamon..

Far from mint, unless the spots are a reflection, Although the signature looks 👌 (based on my limited knowledge)! Nice Kyoto example overall with oozing Mishina school hada but pretty 'depleted' boshi as it appears to me! Cheers. John

I have never been to one. Have no idea, trying to make time.. John

Thank you very much. Would you suggest I submit this to the NTHK since it is a dated Sukesada? I appreciate it your thoughts in advance! Cheers. John

Good evening, Could you please let me know what year this translates to? Thank you in advance! Cheers. John

I am a newbie myself. Kamakura, ubu, signed for 3k. Steal Just be careful... Regards John

I'd suggest buy from the dealers here. Reputable, knowledgeable with proven track record and guaranteed quality. No offense to the Japanese dealer, he had a Yosozaemon Sukesada Yari I missed few weeks back... most is out of polish considerably overpriced Cheers John