Shitahara Chikashige - 30" katana in shirasaya with Brian Tschernega habaki

[Ray Singer]

A friend has asked me if I knew anyone looking for a very long katana. It is a Shitahara Chikashige, circa Kanbun period. The owner lost the kanteisho, but I know it was papered previously with this attribution. The nagasa is 30", with a .78cm kasane. New habaki by Brian Tschernega. He is asking US$3,500 (plus shipping). Not my sword but someone I trust. If anyone has an interest, please let me know and I will put you in direct contact with the owner.