Thomas Browne Posted March 19, 2023 Report Posted March 19, 2023 (edited) Hello, My name is Thomas and I am new to the Forum, I acquired a little wakazashi sword in trade from a friend who collects all things sharp and pointy, he traded me this wakazashi that he got from a collector who got it from SleezeBay and it looks old but I know nothing about Nihonto blades, the blade measures 17.42" from the top of the brass collar and a full 18.26" from the handguard, the tang is about 5.1625" (5 1/8) roughly, it's very black and has the hole in it for the wood pin, has a nice sheath and a little knife on the side of it. So I traded him my wwii german bayonet cause he's into that stuff. I am 1/4 Japanese and no nothing about my Grandmother's culture, kind of embarrassing. Lol! Just want to know if this is a good Wakazashi I will try to upload more pics but having some issues. Thankyou Edited March 19, 2023 by Thomas Browne Trying to add pictures 1 Quote
Grey Doffin Posted March 19, 2023 Report Posted March 19, 2023 Welcome Thomas, Not possible to tell much from the pictures but I see nothing discouraging. Here you will find a care and handling brochure you should read at least once: https://nbthk-ab2.org/sword-characteristics/ Make sure the bamboo pin is in the hole in the handle and through the one in the sword's tang; it is very important. If it is missing whittle a new one from a chopstick. Grey Quote
vajo Posted March 19, 2023 Report Posted March 19, 2023 From your pictures the blade has lost its shape. All edges are grinded round in that photo. Quote
Stephen Posted March 19, 2023 Report Posted March 19, 2023 Don't get discouraged, maybe show the nakago. Some blades were made flat sided but the kissaki definitely looks reshaped. All in all it's still a nice piece samurai history. More precise photos would be appreciated. Quote
Guest Simon R Posted March 20, 2023 Report Posted March 20, 2023 Hi and welcome, Thomas, It's a nice trade - especially considering your own family background! The main thing which worries me is that the blade appears bent from your 'back-on' photo. (See below.) This can often be remedied by a professional polisher, but these are so expensive that it may not be worth your while to do so. Anyhow, congratulations on your swap! Simon Quote
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