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Nice find. Looks like it has some very good potential. At least from an ameteur's eye. Tim S

I was recently sent some photos of a suit of armor. Is there anyone or club you can recommend to be able to get some information about it. Best regards, Tim S

Hi George, Well at least it keeps life interesting. The tempest in a tea pot. I think the answer may be shinsa but Japan or here. I enjoy your observations and posts. Tim S

Gentlemen Yes as the question was asked I'm still here and just found the recent posts. To say that I am delighted with the scholarly discussion would be an understatement. I acquired the tsuba in a trade several years ago at a gun show. I have always liked the the craftsmanship and I apologize for my lack of ability with a camera. I will try to find someone with a bit more talent with a camera. I find that trying to get proper lighting is difficult. I have quite a few other pieces I would like to share if I can get them photographed. Thank you all as usual. After collecting for almost 40 years I still find it humbling how little I know. Tim S

A Merry Christmas to a fantastic group of people. You have enlightened me almost on a daily basis. The generosity and friendliness of this group would be almost impossible to find anywhere else. I greatly appreciate the openess,knowledge and dedication that is offered. Best regards, Tim S

Hi, I would appreciate any infio on the show. I would like to try to do it. Tim S

I have watched the show for over a year. It is typical of a lot of their performance. If you don't know "Make it up as you go along" . I even have a few questions about some of their " Experts". It can be very entertaining but not to factual. I really want to take a 300 year old gun out and fire it. Trust me must collectors don't no more then a sword collector wants to try to cut something with a good sword. What can you say when Chumlee works for them ? Tim S

Hi Jean, Thanks for the response. Do you mean Masahiro ? Tim S

Hi, The sword is one of several inherited by a friend along with a small collection of early pistols. I am having trouble translating these two swords, and would appreciate any help. The pictures were too large for posting directly to the site so I hosted them on imageshack. Best regards, Tim S PS I will post the pistols tomorrow for comment. They are quite interesting. The first one: http://yfrog.com/5utoshinj The second: http://yfrog.com/izmasaej

Hi Grey, Thank you for your help. I apologize for the delay but I had to go out of town. Best regards, Tim S

A friend of mine from has sent me a photo of a sword he recently acquired. I am able to translate it but I am unable to find any references other the Hawley's Nao51 "Higo kuni Tamana dotanuki koyama Naokage saku" and that he was a student of Kunihide and worked from 1818-1830. Any info on the smith would be greatly appreciated especially any photos or oshigatas. I will try to post his photos in the morning. Tim S

Very nicely done. Can you tell me the dimensions. Tim S

Quick reference Shinto Hawley's MAS 1639 cira 1632- 1670 Suruga . Possible. I haven't had a chance to go to the books yet. Tim S

I would like to thank all of you for your help. It is a really great for you to share your expertise so freely. If I can close the deal I will post photos of the sword. There are actually several more and I am trying to work a deal within my meager budget. Best regards, Tim S

Sorry about the image its the first time I have used photo bucket. I think I have the right link posted now. Tim S

Good Evening I have been offered the attached gendaito and could use a little help. The mounts are in excellant condition and the blade is very clean. I must admit that I always seem to have trouble when trying to translate a 20th century blade. I would appreciate a translation and any information that is available on the sword smith. http://yfrog.com/j8gendai1j Best regards, Sensei215 Tim S

Lets see if my memory is still functional. A late 19th century indo persian helmet, an Argentine lance, a women's naginata, a functionally mounted yari and a socketed jumonji yari. I actually owned one several years ago which was a signed shinshinto. And by the way a nice vaccum. Sensei215

I'll have to agree with Robert. A little face can sometimes communicate a sentiment quite clearly. As long as it doesn't interfere with the flow of the thread or become cantankerous its fine for me. Tim S

I have to agree with everyone else. It was more then probably made for a theatrical prop or as a wall hanger. Best regards, Tim

Look at John Slough's book "Modern Japanese Sword Smiths " pages 24 -26 there is a lot of info. Tim S

Measurements would help also. What is the diameter amd how thick is the metal? Tim S

Could you please post or send me more photos especially of the whole back of the shield and close ups of the rivets and screws. Is there any leather or cloth still attached. I have a bit of experience with armour and maybe able to identify it. Tim S

Just out of curiosity what do they intend to ban next " sticks and stones " . Can you tell me how this law came into being appoved and what it physically outlaws? Tim S

Thank you very much for the translation. I greatly appreciate your effort. I hope I can return the favor in the future in some small way. It is the first sword I have ever seen that was signed by the maker, dated, custom ordered and with a sword test. Its the first piece I have bought for myself in a long time. Tim S

Thank you it is a great article. It is interesting to see the interest and level of understanding of Japanese swords over a hundred years ago in the West. I was very suprised to dee such detailed information. Tim S