Kanenobu. Signed Noshu ju Kanenobu.

[Okan]

  On 5/16/2024 at 7:37 PM, Abaris said:

Looks like the mekugi didn't fill the ana. 

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Well at least he didn't stick a whole chopstick and left like that. 

[Swords]

Why would I do something stupid like that 

[Scogg]

Looks just fine Steve - As long as it keeps the tsuka from falling off the nakago. And you don’t want the mekugi (peg) to fall out of the ana (hole). 
 

Words to the wise: ALWAYS confirm the presence, and proper placement, of the mekugi BEFORE handling your blades. Having a blade unexpectedly slip out of the Tsuka can cause damage, and also be very dangerous. 
 

Cheers, 

-Sam 

[Swords]

good to know 

 

Thanks George 

[Swords]

I wanted to thank everyone for their advice 

getting the mekugi out of the TSUKA and the blade issue 
 

 

 

Steve

 

[Swords]

Hi y’all 

I wasn’t sure if I should start a new thread or topic so I’ll try here  first 

Im looking to find someone who does polishing or can remove the spot on my sword posted here 

 

I would use Woody but he so backed logged and not taking any in any new swords

 

 

 

Steve

 

[Swords]

Hi all I just got back my sword from Woody He did his magic and removed the spots and few other issues marks and scratches 

it looks amazing You wouldn’t even know it had spots I’m really happy with the sword over all is perfect 

I wanted to share this with others 

 

 

 

 

Steve

[Franco]

New shirasaya to protect this new polish?

New habaki?

Careful, while newly polished blades need to be kept oiled, excess oil might soak into the saya. 

Are you following care instructions from the polisher?

Interesting hamon.

 

Regards

[Brian]

Nice looking hamon. Would be good to get a pic or 2 of it wiped clean without the oil.

[Swords]

Good point about oil ! he only fixed the spot and scratched here and there but I will wipe the oil and new pictures 

[Swords]

Here’s some more pictures without the excess oil

The sword looks pretty clean both sides 

no nicks Woody did his magic and removed scratch's and other issues 

Not a full polish just touch ups !

I’m surprised you cant tell it was ever fixed 
The hamon looks like little hills I’m guessing it’s the smiths style Anyway I’m very pleased now 

 

 

 

Steve

 

 

[Scogg]

Looks great Steve!

Always nice when things work out. Woody, like always did a great job; and you've helped the sword return to glory

Thank you for sharing,
Cheers,
-Sam

[Lewis B]

Superb job all things considered. Now your eye won't be drawn to the defect which helps you enjoy the viewing and ownership experience.

[Swords]

Thanks for your opinions

This is great addition for my collection now 

I’m happy to own a 2 million yen high to superior

Star stamped sword now 

 

[Brian]

Congrats, looks great. You have a lovely sword there.

[Swords]

I enjoy talking to others on the forum who share passion of collecting swords. So much history 

I don’t know people who can share this with so I try to explain to my family which isn’t the same 

I thought my son law and daughter would inherit my collection but he wasn’t even listening to me when I tried explain !!

I  don’t go to shows or know anyone 

So it’s difficult for me to talk with others

 Any way thanks to all for your support and opinions 

 

So what do I do with my swords when I bite the dust 

 

 

Steve

 

 

[Brian]

You draw up an agreement for them to be consigned with one of the known dealers here, with the sale proceeds minus commission going to your family.

[John C]

  On 6/30/2024 at 2:44 PM, Swords said:

I don’t know people who can share this

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Steve:

Just as a point of interest, the pic below is from my Kanenobu (out of polish, star stamped gendaito dated 1944). Notice the style of hamon is consistent with yours. This was done by tapping the edge of the pallet knife on the edge of the blade when applying the clay. The "ashi" (legs) were used to reduce the stress on the blade when quenching. 

 

John C.

[Swords]

Sounds like a plan know anybody 

 

[Swords]

John interesting it does resemble mine 

Do you have a picture of yours?

 

 

 

[John C]

This is the only picture I have of the whole blade. Not much detail there.

 

John C.

[Swords]

You need a hadori to bring out the hamon

I would on mine but I was fortunate to get Woody to touch up  He is so back logged 

Not taking any swords But I’m happy with mine 

[David Flynn]

Hadori, doesn't necessarily enhance a Hamon (sometimes it hides the Hamon).   Depending on the Hamon type, quite often Sashikomi, is better. 

[Swords]

David You are right I was just reading it it the craft of Japanese swords 

🗡️ wandering since my sword is now in good shape will that bump up the value and what would it be now?

[Swords]

Hi John I meant to add about the hamon

Not sure what you meant about the pallet knife 

You’re hamon is exactly the same as mine very interesting Even out of polish it’s still noticeable Looks like small flames 

Is yours also star stamped 

 

 

 

 

Steve

 

 

 

[John C]

  On 7/3/2024 at 10:09 PM, Swords said:

e pallet knife

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Below is a pic of clay being applied. You can see how the ashi are formed with the edge of the stick or pallet knife.

And yes, mine is also star stamped dated 1944.

John C.

[Swords]

Yes I see that is why the hamon looks like tiny flames well it does to me I am pleased Woody was able to remove the spot without losing the hamon We both have very nice swords 

Its probably my best one now being 2 million yen high to superior and star stamped 

[Swords]

Maybe not the best one just a higher grade ww2 sword 

[John C]

Certainly the officer who purchased the sword would have spent more for it than most others. He probably came from a wealthier family.

 

John C.

[Swords]

I agree