Help with a Naval Dirk
Article about: Hello Everyone, I could use some help with a naval dirk that is being offered to me, as I’m not that knowledgeable about Japanese blades. It looks legitimate, but it’s being offered with
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Hi Vic!
I'm not a dirk expert, but it appears to be accurate compared to examples on Ohmura's site: 甲種三笠短剣・秀明、天照山作、短 七種 Mikasa, Tenshōozan & Seven sorts of dirks
I'm bothered a little by the coloration of the metal parts. They should be gold gilded brass. If this one is legit, it has gone through something that has affected the color or finish. How does the blade look?
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Hi Bruce, thanks for responding. I don’t have pictures of the blade yet, but will be seeing it next Friday. As soon as I see it, I’ll post some photos. I can’t tell if the fittings have some sort of silver wash, or that’s residue from a poor polishing job. Hopefully I’ll know more on Friday
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