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Appraisal Quiz #823


Previous answer is
Hokinosuke Taira Ason Masayuki
Bunka 13 Nen Ne Hachigatsu (August, 1816)
伯耆守平朝臣正幸
文化十三年子八月

Features: Masayuki, a disciple of Masachika, whose real name was Ichiji Masayoshi, began producing works around the Kansei era (1789).
In Kansei 1, he received the title Hokinosuke and changed his name to Masayuki.
His works extend to Bunka 14 (1817). He passed away at age 87 in Bunsei 2 (1819).
Masayuki was also known as an educator of swordsmiths.
It is said that he produced works similar to Motohira, with a distinctive nakago feature—a shifted ridge line towards the middle of the tang, a measure intended to prevent counterfeit signatures.
This technique was common among Satsuma swordsmiths and warrants close inspection.

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Appraisal Quiz #823 (November 30th, 2024)
Who made this sword do you think ?

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Blade Length: 75.6 cm (29.76 in).
Curvature: 1.9 cm (0.75 in).
Mekugi Hole: 1.
Width at Base (Motohaba): 2.65 cm (1.04 in).
Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 1.35 cm (0.53 in).
Thickness of Rim (Kasane): 0.54 cm (0.21 in).
Sword Weight: 520 g.
Shape:The blade has standard dimensions and displays a tapering profile toward the tip.
Its ubu nakago (unaltered tang) is rare, showcasing the distinct jigane (steel surface) of the era.
The blade is devoid of grooves (bo-hi), enhancing the clarity of its jigane.
A battle scar, approximately 40 cm along the blade, serves as evidence of its historical use.
Jigane: The jigane is of uniform quality, with a combination of itame and mokume grain, showcasing clear chikei patterns.
The steel surface reflects a refined and consistent texture.
Hamon:The hamon is suguha (straight) with ko-ashi (small feet) and fine kinsuji (streaks of bright lines).
The boshi (tip) is rounded with a kaeri (return).

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