Tsuka replacement (missing)

[purdo]

Hi all, is it possible to get a replacement tsuka made or can one be purchased?

[Matsunoki]

Hi Mark

It’s a tricky job! Each tsuka is precisely made to fit the nakago of each individual blade and then to mate with the saya with the correct geometry. Not sure if you have the required craftsmen in Oz to do that for you. Then of course you have to have the samegawa fitted, then the tsuka ito and the fuchi, locking catches etc etc. I’m sure some of your fellow countrymen can point you in the right direction if the skills exist. 
However if you are handy with intricate woodwork you could have a look at the seller swordmaster19 on eBay. He sells blank tsuka, samegawa etc and you might find something that could be adapted. I have bought from him and found him to be reliable and trustworthy. 
Good luck!

Best. Colin

[Tohagi]

Hello,

If it is gendaito in military mounts, you could find something, it were standard...

But Colin's seems the Best solution. 

 

Best regards

 

Éric VD

[purdo]

Colin thanks very much for your expertise, I appreciate your reply.