The Connoisseurs Book Of Japanese Swords By Kokan Nagayama

[Blazeaglory]

Hi all. What you guys think about this book?

 

The Connoisseurs Book Of Japanese Swords by Kokan Nagayama

 

It seems most searches I do that are detailed or obscure seem to lead to this book. Lots of little tidbits of obscure info

 

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[Stephen]

Should be in all Nihonto library.

[Blazeaglory]

Ahh Yes I see. Its the start of mine

[Vermithrax16]

It's a top flight resource to start with in this study, and it remains valuable even to those with years of knowledge. A must have IMO.

[Greg F]

Definetely one to have. Try facts and fundamentals of the Japanese sword, very user friendly for beginners and a lot to soak up.

 

Greg

 

Edit: I would also add The art of the Japanese sword by Leon and Hiroko Kapp as well as the great swordsmith Yoshindo Yoshihara.

[Grey Doffin]

Pictures from the book:  http://www.japaneseswordbooksandtsuba.com/store/books/b865-connoisseurs-book-Japanese-swords-kokan-nagayama

Grey

[Blazeaglory]

Thanks to everyone! And thanks for the pics Grey!

 

The art of the Japanese sword is next on my list!

[Stephen]

A lot of advanced students will tell you this book is obsolete.

 

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=john+yumoto+samurai+sword&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_osacat=0&_odkw=tsuba&LH_TitleDesc=0

 

 

Trust me it will give you good primer the older the book the better, thicker stock.

 

i like the old gold cover for reasons  above. 

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Samurai-Sword-A-Handbook-By-John-M-Yumoto-HC-W-DJ-3rd-Printing-1964/253922857608?epid=727198913&hash=item3b1efb5288:g:Ov0AAOSwRNRbKL2o:rk:8:pf:0

[hxv]

Ahh Yes I see. Its the start of mine

Shameless plug: I have one for sale

 

http://www.militaria.co.za/nmb/topic/26917-books-for-sale/

 

Many thanks,

Hoanh

[Blazeaglory]

Shameless plug: I have one for sale

 

http://www.militaria.co.za/nmb/topic/26917-books-for-sale/

 

Many thanks,

Hoanh

I wish I would have known sooner as mine is on its way!

 

Ill browse your other books in the meantime!

[Blazeaglory]

A lot of advanced students will tell you this book is obsolete.

 

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=john+yumoto+samurai+sword&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_osacat=0&_odkw=tsuba&LH_TitleDesc=0

 

 

Trust me it will give you good primer the older the book the better, thicker stock.

 

i like the old gold cover for reasons above.

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Samurai-Sword-A-Handbook-By-John-M-Yumoto-HC-W-DJ-3rd-Printing-1964/253922857608?epid=727198913&hash=item3b1efb5288:g:Ov0AAOSwRNRbKL2o:rk:8:pf:0

 

 

I feel the same way about certain reference books. The older and thicker the better. I like multiple sources from different era's, if only for the nuances or missed bit of information maybe in a passing sentence, that might not be in modern books.

 

Thanks for the suggesting btw! Looks like a winner ????

[nagamaki - Franco]

What is important to learn about books on nihonto is that especially when it comes to English language references it is essential to check with at least 3 separate sources before placing your foot in your mouth. Keep in mind that some of these references could be referring to an error made in another reference, which is why the reason for at least a third.

[Blazeaglory]

What is important to learn about books on nihonto is that especially when it comes to English language references it is essential to check with at least 3 separate sources before placing your foot in your mouth. Keep in mind that some of these references could be referring to an error made in another reference, which is why the reason for at least a third.

Ahh yes true. Worst to find out too late after the fact. Saves face I would imagine

[Toryu2020]

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