waljamada Posted January 16, 2020 Report Posted January 16, 2020 https://ibb.co/album/cjgirF Those are the best I images I could capture. Seller says this sword is at least 500 years old and it's in my price range. Wondering what more knowledgeable thoughts are on the sword/blade. Seller is asking $1000.00. Quote
Ray Singer Posted January 16, 2020 Report Posted January 16, 2020 The blade is signed Bishu Osafune Sukesada, There were many smiths working at that time and using the same mei (signature). Late Muromachi period. Quote
waljamada Posted January 16, 2020 Author Report Posted January 16, 2020 Is it worth it at $850 as it looks in the photos? Got a counter back from seller at that price. Quote
Ray Singer Posted January 16, 2020 Report Posted January 16, 2020 I would not be inclined to buy at that price. The boshi is very thin in the kissaki, and this type of piece is not a good investment for having restored (and the sword does not appear not healthy enough to do so). 3 Quote
waljamada Posted January 16, 2020 Author Report Posted January 16, 2020 I appreciate the advice. On top of the blade (I actually like straight hamons most) I like the guard, the family Crest is a bonus and the fact the sword is over 27 inches but do want my next purchase that would hold its value to both a seasoned collector's eye as well as the casual. Quote
Peter Bleed Posted January 17, 2020 Report Posted January 17, 2020 I think this sword will NOT hold its value. It was a mass produced weapon that does not reflect or represent the artistry and high craft of Japanese swords. The tsuba is a nice example of a type that has attracted some attention. And the recycled WWII era menuki with a family crest are mildly interesting. But I doubt that there will ever be serious interest in this sort of sword. Peter 1 Quote
Tom Darling Posted January 17, 2020 Report Posted January 17, 2020 It doesn't pass the smell test. Peace. Tom D. Quote
waljamada Posted January 17, 2020 Author Report Posted January 17, 2020 The consensus is to be implemented. I shall pass on this sword. I appreciate the advice and insight. I will keep honing my eye and continue learning. It's a direful market out here in the nihonto market for a guy searching for a quality sub $800 sword. The quest continues! Quote
Ken-Hawaii Posted January 17, 2020 Report Posted January 17, 2020 Wise of you to check first, Adam, rather than wanting a refund. Just remember that for $800, you're not going to find a top-of-the-line blade. You're probably looking for your first blade, & are anxious, but please consider building up your budget, while you do some studying to figure out what you want to collect. Quote
waljamada Posted January 17, 2020 Author Report Posted January 17, 2020 Hi Ken, Yes, I'm still a very early collector and currently in the middle of an attempt to get a top-of-the-line for the $800ish range sword. I'm in a phase where I want a few to hold, see, feel, study and learn alongside (also learning how to care for them) until I cocoon in as a buyer/collector to emerge later and more powerful. I know full well it will not be top end but looking for the best I can. It's also quite interesting seeing the range of swords and blade types/styles and I wouldn't mind owning the blade of a carpenter's son so to speak. Just want it to be a talented carpenter who had an eye for quality and a good deal within his means. 2 Quote
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