Nakago: It has a signature that is inscribed 一, 肥前國出羽守行廣(Ichi Hizenkoku Dewanokami Yukihiro). Jimon: Visible surface pattern on the steel It has Omidare hamon, which also has Hako Midare design. Hamon: The blade pattern created by the tempering process. It accompanies by the gorgeous black lacquered Saya with decorative sword mountings. We are confident you will appreciate the beautiful Hako Midare Hamon(dramatic wavy tempering line) and tight Hada of this blade. The smith’s name “Yukihiro” lasted 6th generations and is one of the most famous swordsmiths from Hizen province during the Edo period. The first-gen Yukihiro also served Nabeshima Sakyo, a feudal lord of the Saga domain. This sword shows the excellent quality of the Hizen sword. Because he mastered the Bizen-Ichimonji style ( One of the most famous Japanese sword traditions), and he called himself Hizen Ichimonji. He signed ICHI(one in Japanese) before his signature. Since 1650, he signed his name and engraved “forged from Dutch steel” when he used it. Netherland was the primary country Japan traded in during the Edo period. He visited a swordsmith named Hisatusugu in Nagasaki in 1650 to learn how to use Dutch carbon steel to forge Japanese swords. Serving exclusively for Saga domain, Yukihiro received the title of Dewadaijyo in 1648 and was promoted to Dewano-kami in 1663. It is said that Yukihiro first forged a sword when he was 22 years old(1639). Masahiro was the grandson of the first-gen Tadayoshi. He was a younger brother of the first generation Masahiro(Kawauchi Daijyo Masahiro), a famous swordsmith in Hizen Province. This blade was forged by the first generation Yukihiro in Hizen Province (today’s Saga prefecture) in Kanbun era(1661-1673), according to NTHK that authenticated this blade. We will be more than happy to help you.Īntique Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Yukihiro with NTHK Kanteisho Certificate Please feel free to contact us or check the list of swords. Our customer service will help you find your ideal blade you will cherish for generations. Also, there are ones that aren’t listed on the website yet. However, we might be able to show you something similar because we have various types of swords available. This sword was sold as each antique Japanese sword is one of a kind. Hizenkoku Dewanokami Yukihiro(The first generation) Kanbun Period (1661-1673 A.D): The early Edo period INCLUDED: NTHK Kanteisho Certificate, Shirasaya Case,Koshirae Mounting, Traditional Sword Carrying Case, Sword Maintenance Kit, Full Exportation Support Category *Please contact us prior to purchase if your country isn’t listed. SHIPPING TO : USA, Australia, UK, Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, Hong Kong This could also be a great start to a customized piece for customers who want to make a unique blade and learn the arts of sageo tying, ito wrapping, same wrapping, etc.*There might be delay in shipment depending on countries However, we do highly recommend the Assemble Yourself Katana line offered by Masahiro, as they do give newcomers to the world of the Japanese sword a chance to learn the bits and pieces of the blade, and learn proper care and maintenance. These problems have included faulty tsuka construction and poor fittings, resulting in a shaky blade. While many customers receive good quality blades, others have received blades with some flaws. We would like to inform our customers that the Masahiro Sword brand has been reported as being a low quality brand with various inconsistencies in their manufacturing and quality control. We feel that trust and honesty are essential to any business, and unfortunately that is not necessarily a sentiment put into practice by a lot of businesses these days. It’s an economical brand choice for collectors and martial artists alike.Īt Samurai Supply, we want our customers to be aware of any risks or benefits that come with blades you are purchasing. For the price, Masahiro offers a good blade without having to spend too much. Masahiro also offers a line of Assemble Yourself Katanas, which allow beginners to learn the parts of the katana sword and how to assemble and disassemble their new blade. Their blades are good for display or basic Tameshigiri. For anyone just getting into collecting, Masahiro is a good start. This makes Masahiro a good start for Iaido or other sword based Martial Arts. What we do know is that their katanas tend to be on the lower end price-wise. As far as research has shown, they have no official website. The Masahiro Sword brand is a brand shrouded in a great deal of mystery.
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