Translation gunto

[Alex1984]

Hello, please help with the sword. I got such a sword in Holland. Who is the master? Thank you in advance. 

[Alex1984]

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[Grey Doffin]

Bishu Osafune Kiyo ? (tough to read upside down). Not a gunto; an earlier blade.

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[Alex1984]

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[Alex1984]

Excuse me, please. And thanks for the reply

[Ray Singer]

I translated this sword on Facebook not long ago. My impression is that it is signed Bishu Osafune Kiyomichi. 

[Alex1984]

23 minutes ago, Ray Singer said:

I translated this sword on Facebook not long ago. My impression is that it is signed Bishu Osafune Kiyomichi. 

Thank you very much. Am I correct in understanding this is the Muromashi period? 16th century? Regards. 

[Ray Singer]

At minimum, it may be purporting to be Sue-Bizen (late Muromachi period). But the mei has an unusual appearance, I would suggest having it validated at shinsa to confirm the authenticity and time period. 

[Bruce Pennington]

Alex,

Could I get a clear, close-up of the habaki, please?  I've seen this pattern, but yours has a nice look to it.

[Alex1984]

6 hours ago, Bruce Pennington said:

Alex,

Could I get a clear, close-up of the habaki, please?  I've seen this pattern, but yours has a nice look to it.

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[Bruce Pennington]

Thanks buddy!  I like that one.