Custom Koshirae Maker In Us?

[Isocyanide]

Did a forum search and couldn't find anything. 

 

I'm thinking about having a koshirae made for a wakizashi, which only has a shirasaya, and was wondering if there is anyone in the States that specializes in crafting them.  I would purchase Edo period tsuba, menuki, fuchi and kashira ahead of time.

 

With that said I'm looking for bird themed fittings if anyone has any for sale or links to some...I've found a few so far.

 

Thanks in advance,

 

Steve 

[tony edmunds]

Hi Steve

 

You really have got the nihonto bug!

Try the dealers listed here: http://japaneseswordindex.com/sites2.htm

 

Regards

Tony

[Ray Singer]

I would recommend John Tirado. You can also see an example of Brian Tschernega's koshirae below.

 

http://japanesesword.com/Images/Swords/15/0315/0315kat1.htm

 

Regards,

Ray

[Isocyanide]

Thanks guys.  I got a PM from Barry as well recommending Brian Tschernega.

 

Tony, yes I really have a problem...I might have made another purchase:

 

NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon, awarded 2014

 

I spent a fair time researching smith rankings vs cost of nihonto and it seemed like a good investment.  I was drawn to the history of the Hizen Tadayoshi school and their tie with the Nabeshima clan. I really like the elegant shape and masterfully done suguha hamon.

 

I told my wife it was the last one and picking up fittings and having a koshirae made will be my hobby for the next year or so, but we shall see. 

 

Steve