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Sadly I live in Portsmouth so it's a bit of a trip at short notice, How often does it run? I could make it there at a later date.

I really appreciate all the reply's it has given me a lot to think about and research. Obviously if you you know any more I am more than happy to hear about it, it is really exciting for me. Thanks again.

Thanks Grey, I live a tad away from Bob, I live in the UK Thanks for the advice.

Thanks for all the replies, where do I go from here in terms of restoration, Valuation and authentication. I would also like to start trying to find out more history on this sword. Thanks. Ian

I have both the Boars, where do I go from here then, with getting the blade Checked and all the other components, making a start on cleaning and who is Bob Benson and how do I contact him. Sorry for all the questions and thanks for all the replies. I have the scabbard as well but that is damaged as well, I will upload a photo. Here we go some more pics of the saya and Tsuka, the Ito is damaged in the form of the wrapping is partially off. (Am I glad I found a website with the proper name for the parts )

I will try and take a better image. Is this one better.

Leading on from my thread in the other forum here are the fittings from my sword, again any info, when made, what its made of etc and tips on restoration greatly appreciated. Tsuba has a diameter from top to bottom:6.5cm Left to right Diameter: 6cm Thickness:5mm I have attached a side view of the Tsuba wich has what looks like silver dots on it. I have also attached other pics of the other accessories. If you need any other info or pics just let me know.

Sorry for some reason the Tang did not upload.

I have a sword/tanto (not sure what it is) which was handed down to me from my Grandfather. I know nothing about it other than a friend of his gave it to him. It is currently in poor condition but incredibley sharp. I am looking for info on it's origin and to see if it is worth restoring and also for tips on cleaning it up. Details and pics as follows: (although I may use some names I am not 100% sure if they are coorect for the parts) Length of blade from Ha_Machi? to Tip : 31.5cm Thickness of Mune: 7mm Length of Tang: 9cm Thank you in advance, I will throw up some images of the tsuba and other fittings in the other forum.

Thanks for the reply although I should add that I am a complete novice and have no idea what that means.

Hi there, I was wondering if anyone is able to translate this inscription on the blade of my Kozuka? Thanks in advance.