AS25375 Katana: Chikushū Jū Kunitomo Saku

Ordering number:AS25375

Katana: In Shirasaya

Signature: Chikushū Jū Kunitomo Saku
Date: Showa 64 (January 1989)
筑州住国治作
昭和六十四年一月日

We divide 4 sections for each sword as Saijyo Saku, Jyojyo Saku, Jyo Saku, and Regular Saku.
This sword is ranked as Jyo Saku among the works of Chikushū Jū Kunitomo.
Habaki: Gold-plated with silver accents.
Blade Length: 71.4 cm (28.11 in)
Curvature: 1.7 cm (0.67 in)
Mekugi Holes: 1
Width at Base (Motohaba): 3.27 cm (1.29 in)
Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 2.29 cm (0.9 in)
Thickness (Kasane): 0.72 cm (0.28 in)
Sword Weight: 805 g (1.77 lbs)
Shape:A well-balanced piece with a wide body, slightly thick kasane, and a moderately deep curvature. The extended kissaki enhances the overall form.
Jigane:　Masame hada with chikei visible, forming a refined steel surface with remaining tempered areas.
Hamon:　A small, irregular gunome-midare created with nie-based activity. The work evokes Kamakura-era styles, featuring sunagashi and kinsuji throughout the blade. The boshi is intricately worked, with kinsuji activity, ending in a sharp tip (togariba).

Features:　Chikushū Jū Kunitomo was a swordsmith from Fukuoka, Kyushu, and a disciple of Komiya Shirō Kunimitsu. With 11 awards to his name, Kunitomo crafted high-quality blades. This piece showcases strong masame hada with dark chikei and active sunagashi and kinsuji within the hamon. Even the kissaki reflects the skilled presence of kinsuji.

Aoi Art’s Comment:　This is an exceptionally well-made blade. It appears to have been crafted with inspiration from Kamakura-era swordsmith Kanemitsu. A remarkable work worth appreciating.

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