GoldenDrachen Posted February 28, 2023 Report Posted February 28, 2023 Hello everyone. I have a sword which, let's say is "Satsuma Rebellion" style sword. Few items not quite right there.. I was thinking maybe to fix them: - replace tsuba for a not damaged, period correct, plain one - replace habaki, as the one that is on the sword just a half of 2 part piece - fit sageo.. Basically this is it Do it or leave it? Maybe other suggestions? Regards Vitaly 1 Quote
Brian Posted February 28, 2023 Report Posted February 28, 2023 Don't see a problem with any of those choices. Habaki is a must do anyways. 1 Quote
Rivkin Posted February 28, 2023 Report Posted February 28, 2023 I think people were a bit too polite on these two swords. These are extremely inexpensive items which have no potential. Spending any money on them is entertaining but pointless. 1 Quote
GoldenDrachen Posted February 28, 2023 Author Report Posted February 28, 2023 On 2/28/2023 at 5:24 PM, Rivkin said: I think people were a bit too polite on these two swords. These are extremely inexpensive items which have no potential. Spending any money on them is entertaining but pointless. Expand Of course it realise that. I should start somewhere. Hands on experience for a beginner is more than great. I have learnt a lot already with these 2 swords, so few hundreds I spent on them were totally worth it. 2 1 Quote
kissakai Posted February 28, 2023 Report Posted February 28, 2023 Maybe show what type of tsuba you require Quote
GoldenDrachen Posted February 28, 2023 Author Report Posted February 28, 2023 On 2/28/2023 at 10:05 PM, kissakai said: Maybe show what type of tsuba you require Expand Here it is. Quote
Geraint Posted March 3, 2023 Report Posted March 3, 2023 Dear Vitaly. Just in case you don't know this, each habaki is specific to each sword, you will almost certainly not find one that will fit so you would need to have one made for your blade. Add to that that it won't necessarily fit the saya and you have quite a skilled job on your hands, (or in someone else's). It is often suggested that certain swords are not worth spending money on but I can understand the desire to see it in better shape. Why not just give it a sageo and live with it for a bit? In a year you might feel differently about it. All the best. 1 Quote
GoldenDrachen Posted March 3, 2023 Author Report Posted March 3, 2023 Hi Geraint! Thank you for your input. I appreciate it a lot! Seller of the habaki has supplied pictures with all possible measurements, (which are virtually identical to ones I need) So fingers crossed, it will fit. if not - sageo it is. Regards Vitaly 1 Quote
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