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Hello Richard, thank you for your help, your site is of great assistance. I used your search function for the term betseki and came up with the rankings. Would it be right in saying highest ranking would be Genro followed in 4th place by betseki? Best, Bill

Hello all, my first post. I have pursued German and Japanese War items thru want ads for decades. He is a nice Katana by Ishido Teruhide I purchased from the family of the late Vet. a few months ago. I found info about the maker on Stein's site and it mentions him as a Betseki ranked maker in the 1943 rankings. Its in fine condition and a true combat used nihonto. Can the Beseki rank be further explained and the degree of value/desirability commented on? I believe there is a seki stamp on the tang but possibly a kao. All comments appreciated, Best, BIll Bourque