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Old 2nd April 2015, 04:11 PM   #1
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Default Aikuchi in original linen bag ??

Some war trophys, the centre one is the one I have a question about. I read on your forum that the japanese officers dirks were often kept in a protective field cover/bag of leather or sometimes linen. I've never seen one illustrated (but I don't have access to the specialist literature like you guys, some of those books cost a fortune!) I suppose the majority of the field covers are lost,rotten or discarded and wondered if anyone knows if this example was 'A' a rarity and 'B' original ? I also read the smaller one is possibly a 'kamikazi' type and also scarce and collectable? but I'm aware it's a contentious claim where some are concerned,we all have our own ideas I suppose. Neither are 'in polish' and are a bit scratched up to be fair so I can't give any details of the hamon etc, the small one doesn't appear to have any markings on the tang, but again from what I've read on the forum that's not unusual. The larger Army? officers dirk I've never taken the handle off to see. Hope they're of interest, be interested myself to hear any comments. Thanks, John.
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Old 3rd April 2015, 12:39 AM   #2
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Although there are many knowledgeable collectors here, I would recommend this site for detailed discussion of your swords and blades.
http://www.militaria.co.za/nmb/forum...ords-of-japan/
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Old 3rd April 2015, 12:50 AM   #3
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Any appraisal of even Congo swords need better photos... For Japanese pieces really high definition detailed picks of all the features are needed..

No matter which forum....or expert...
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Old 3rd April 2015, 08:52 AM   #4
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Thanks for the link fellas, I'll get my act together and do as you suggest,although I'm not looking for a free expert appraisal, I'm well aware of what I've got and where it came from, just thought the photo might be of interest to members and perhaps spark some general comment. Regards from UK , John
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Old 3rd April 2015, 06:19 PM   #5
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Any appraisal of even Congo swords need better photos... For Japanese pieces really high definition detailed picks of all the features are needed..

No matter which forum....or expert...
Absolutely right, and with traditionally made Japanese swords (nihonto) the tang must be exposed.
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Old 7th April 2015, 01:08 AM   #6
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Point taken guys (geddit? point? taken?....photo of blade??..... Oh alright....
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