Spartancrest Posted June 11, 2021 Report Posted June 11, 2021 I can't decide which group either of these guards would fit? I know Onin were known for large inlays of precast bronze/brass elements, but to my eyes these are borderline. Onin were thinner plate? But I don't have access to the thickness of either guard. Any good guesses? Thanks. 1 Quote
SalaMarcos Posted June 11, 2021 Report Posted June 11, 2021 Quick answer with quick view, Onin for me. 1 Quote
ROKUJURO Posted June 11, 2021 Report Posted June 11, 2021 Late HEIANJO style with TAKA ZOGAN. 1 2 Quote
zanilu Posted June 11, 2021 Report Posted June 11, 2021 I would say Hieanjo for Both. Left one early. Right one late. Luca 2 Quote
Curran Posted June 11, 2021 Report Posted June 11, 2021 Heianjo. Onin tend to be better work. More close to katchushi work. Heianjo tend to be flashier, but the iron usually a little bit cruder. Hence the marked price difference between Onin and Heianjo in Japan. Onin are not always better. There are some low end ones and ones where the tsuba has taken quite a beating. And sometimes a Heianjo will be off awesome design and workmanship. 1 Quote
SalaMarcos Posted June 14, 2021 Report Posted June 14, 2021 After a second look, I agree with all of you, seems more Heianjō. 1 Quote
Japan2112 Posted June 14, 2021 Report Posted June 14, 2021 Yes, Heianjo. They both seem late to me. Quote
Spartancrest Posted June 15, 2021 Author Report Posted June 15, 2021 This is like watching a tennis game - Quote
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