s f show 2009

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To All,

I just wanted to thank everyone who came to our table at the sf show. We had a wonderful time and did very well in both selling and buying. In truth we probably did better than last year even though many were worried about the economic situations. We also decided to show items, not only for selling, but to display high end fittings so that everyone could see the real items in hand for appreciation and education. nothing was left "under the table" this year,so all could see an learn. For example we displayed Yashiro Jingo tsuba a first generation, three signed 3rd generations, and a 5th generation signed with personal name and age. A Rare Tanaka Kiyotoshi, an excellent pair of Nakagawa Issho menuki, a Goto Ichijo kozuka, 2 pairs of solid gold Goto Joshin menuki, a pair of solid gold Goto Tokujo menuki, and about another 60 pieces as well. I will not be answering posts, I just wanted to express my thanks to everyone involved, and for the people who put on such a wonderful show every year!

Mike Yamasaki

http://www.tetsugendo.com

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Oh and by the way, all items we displayed for everyone that were of high level craftsmanship were all NBTHK certified! So excellent study pieces for everyone at the show.