Boshi not clear on one side-how big of an issue is that?

[KyleH]

Hi-still new and learning.  I was looking at the below AOI listing and saw that the Boshi is not very clear on one side, but is fine on the other.  Is that a big issue?  I know its a problem if its not visible at all, but was wondering what kind of an impact that might have since its not clear on one side but ok on the other

 

https://sword-auctio...kubetsu-hozon-token/

 

I appreciate any insights.

 

Thanks,

Kyle

[Rivkin]

Its not in hard nie, hakkikake-ish to almost ichimai in nioi - they are very hard to photograph. Its there on both sides, so its ok.

[Jacques D.]

It is Tokuho and therefore free of redhibitory defects

[KyleH]

Ok-thanks both of you for the feedback, that helps.

[Lexvdjagt]

I viewed this sword physically in Tokyo a few days back just before the auction ended. The boshi is visible on one side, and (at least as far as I could see) near to no boshi on the other side.

 

The blade is still stunning with beautiful jigane and a nice Koshirae. 
 

[ROKUJURO]

AOI would not have mentioned it if it was clearly visible.

[Lewis B]

Due to the inconsistency of the shinogi-ji at the kissaki I would assume there has been a significant repair (shortening) leaving a compromised and deminished boshi on one side. I saw this on a blade that was brought to the Japan Art Expo with clear evidence of previous tip repair.

[KyleH]

Thanks for the additional insights.  I thought the blade looked great in the photos also, but I had too many concerns so I decided not to bid.  Looks like someone bought it though, as it’s on hold now.