left hand sword

Jim McDougall · 12th October 2008, 05:31 AM

Hi Clockwork,
Its great to see an outstanding sword example posted!!!! Would it be possible to reduce the picture size a bit though, I'd like to see the entire sword and clarify the shots of the markings. My vision ain't what it used to be

Apparantly the resolution just needs to be reduced.
Thats a fantastic example of the 'man in the moon' marking, and I've been trying to find more on its variations and earliest use.

Also, I'd like to know more on your perspective on the piece. Were any details included with the sword when you acquired it?

Thank you for posting this beauty, and I look forward to hearing more on it as well as the translation.

All the best,
Jim

12th October 2008, 05:31 AM	#3
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,292	Hi Clockwork, Its great to see an outstanding sword example posted!!!! Would it be possible to reduce the picture size a bit though, I'd like to see the entire sword and clarify the shots of the markings. My vision ain't what it used to be Apparantly the resolution just needs to be reduced. Thats a fantastic example of the 'man in the moon' marking, and I've been trying to find more on its variations and earliest use. Also, I'd like to know more on your perspective on the piece. Were any details included with the sword when you acquired it? Thank you for posting this beauty, and I look forward to hearing more on it as well as the translation. All the best, Jim