AlexSUK

Hi all, Further to a previous post (see below), I was wondering about your opinions regarding this Tsuba? It's very worn and I want to understand whether it is particularly old and/or well loved, or simply a poor cast? I've never seen one so rubbed down. Image of blade and fittings can also be found below. should it help the identification. Any help would be appreciated! Many thanks, Alex

Thanks Ray and Uwe. Additional photo attached - Any thoughts...

Hi all, Following on my from post regarding signature identification (thanks Ray, et al), I mentioned a very "rubbed / worn" tsuba on a Wakizashi which I came across whilst looking at a Jian. Clearly the Tsuba is not in the best condition, but I was interested in your thoughts. Does it have genuine age and if so, any guesses, or is the Tsuba more recent and has simply had a poor life? I can post a few additional pictures of the blade if it will help the identification process, though it's not in great condition. Original signature post is below. Many thanks in advance for your time, Alex

Hi all, Hope you're doing well. I came across this signature on a Wakizashi which was listed alongside some Chinese Jian (my primary interest). Anyway, the signatures I've seen previously (which isn't many) are usually a longer with additional characters. Just wondering if anyone would be so kind as to translate and clarify? The piece also has a very "rubbed / worn" iron Tsuba which I am curious about... (I can't work out if it's genuinely old and very well used or a fake). Not sure if that should be posted in this section though? Many thanks in advance for all responses and opinions, Alex

Thanks all. He didn't pay a whole lot for it thankfully!

Thanks Bruce - I'll be sure to let him know.

Hi all, A friend of mine recently purchased what he believes is a Kyu Gunto however isn't sure. I've posted pictures below and he can send more if needed. He cannot see a way to dismount the blade and look at the tang, so would welcome pointers in that regard too! It appears the scabbard fittings have been partially repainted at some point, as some have a clear patina and others are painted. Appreciate any help / opinions given 😊

Thanks John 😊

Should add I'm on the move so sorry for any typos!

Hi all, Would appreciate your thoughts on the authenticity of the a gunto I've found. The Hamon is extremely prominent, more so than others I have seen... What do you think? Real or fake? Personally I'm unsure. I'm very new to this area of interest however. All thoughts welcome from those who have undoubtedly more experience than I in such matters! Thanks, Alex

Thank you very much

Hi all, Hoping someone can translate the signature within the attached image? Unfortunately I don't have a lot of information to hand, so hoping this sheds some light! Thanks to all those who assist 😊 Alex