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Hi all, I know that hagire and other kizu greatly affect the value of a blade. Naturally some more than others. I have gotten the impression that hagire are about the worst flaw (save a two piece blade, which the hagire may make some day) and pretty much make a blade worthless. Is that true? On older blades too? And is worthless being defined by, "not worth the cost of a polish", or at least that is what I keep reading (or reading into). I know that there is value, then there is VALUE. Are hagire so bad they should just be avoided at all costs (say a really good price) even for study and learning? Or if there is a nice look blade, save for the hagire, is it worth having for study? Just wondering...thanks. G. Goodenr

Thanks everyone! I have some direction now. best, G. Goodner

Hi everyone, I was wondering if there is a show (sword, gun, knife?) in the San Diego area where I can see blades, learn more with the eventual intent to purchase? I have been poking around on line and can't seem to find any resources here in deep So Cal. Advice? Resources? Dealers? Thanks. G. Goodner