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Discussions related to study and preservation of Japanese Swords.

Sword signiture translation an approximate historical value.

Submitted by Billyjack James... on Mon, 2020-02-03 20:52

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Can I please impose on the group to give me a translation of the signed tang of this blade . Any historical vault and if it will be a matter of interest to the museum of Japan or to any members . This was in my father's collection that has passed to me. He was murdered right before xmas by a would be car jacker. I would much like to keep it if is of no renown to the people of Japan. If it is the proceeds of its return will go to my mother to help with her remaining years.

Poorly maintained sword ID

Submitted by Dave Cyr on Sun, 2020-02-02 23:12

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This sword was, in all likelihood, purchased either at a surplus shop or through a wholesaler shortly after the Korean War. It was given to me a couple years ago and I have tried my best to preserve it in the condition it is currently (poor) so as to avoid further degradation.
I have tried to match the markings on the tang to what is supplied on this site and others, but I am really not sure as to what i am even looking at to make the comparisons.

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Sword id

Submitted by telesphore13 on Thu, 2020-01-23 08:13

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Hello Freinds,

Found this at a flea market and wondering if anyone can help me identify.

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Probably Chinese fakes (I hope not)

Submitted by bdpotter on Tue, 2020-01-21 07:06

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These are pics from 3 newer swords in my collection. I bought 6 at one time because the price was right however...I was skeptical about 3 of them. I'd gladly welcome opinions or translations about these pics of Nakago and Mei. Thank you so much for accepting my request to join your group. I am grateful and always respectful. Thank you

Sword identification

Submitted by Vincent Fuller on Sun, 2020-01-19 12:38

Hello there, I have a sword I would like to offer for identification. Please see attached photographs to assist you.
I was given this sword by an elderly neighbour of mine in 1966. She stated that her husband had been in the diplomatic corps in the 'Far East'. No other details.
The blade is 63cm to the hilt, 32mm wide and 6-7mm thick at the hilt and is in very good condition but obviously needs a professional clean by someone who knows what they are doing with the correct materials. The tip of the blade has been broken off. About the last 2 or 3 millimetres.

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Sword id

Submitted by telesphore13 on Fri, 2019-12-20 23:34

Hello everyone, I am new to this site and looking for information on a sword I picked up at a flea market.

Identify Cheap Katana Signature

Submitted by zolliewatts on Thu, 2019-12-19 19:37

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I purchased this katana from Handmade Swords on Amazon. I recently removed the handle and found a signature and could not figure out what it means. If any one could help me figure out what it means, I would appreciate it! Thank you.

WW2 Katana Identification

Submitted by DanielK on Thu, 2019-12-19 19:28

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I was gifted a WW2 katana. Handle and scabbard look correct. I'm wondering if the blade is older. The tang is very rusty. The mei is very hard to read. Can anyone make out what it says? Should I clean the rust off? Any help identifying this sword would be appreciated.
Thank you,
Daniel