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Post by johnniewalker on Nov 1, 2021 14:00:56 GMT
Does anyone have any experience with katana maker Z-Sey? (swordjp.com). It seems to me that he manufactures the katanas that Simon Lee sells on ebay
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Post by noktorn on Nov 3, 2021 5:02:53 GMT
I'd be interested to hear an answer on this as well. Perhaps post this in the Japanese Swords section, rather than the reviews section?
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Post by johnniewalker on Nov 8, 2021 12:06:06 GMT
I'd be interested to hear an answer on this as well. Perhaps post this in the Japanese Swords section, rather than the reviews section? Thank you very much for the correction, I hope someone has some experience with these katanas to share. Regards!!!
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Post by MichaelRS on Nov 11, 2021 2:49:02 GMT
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Post by pvsampson on Dec 5, 2021 2:18:09 GMT
I actually have one of these coming. From seeing this thread. Stay tuned. A couple modifications as well. Any updates on this?
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Post by Lancelot Chan on Dec 5, 2021 5:53:12 GMT
I used a lot of Z-sey swords. I wasn't aware that they were the ones Simon Lee sells on ebay since I don't use ebay for buying swords at all.
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Post by pvsampson on Dec 5, 2021 5:56:07 GMT
I used a lot of Z-sey swords. I wasn't aware that they were the ones Simon Lee sells on ebay since I don't use ebay for buying swords at all. So as you used a "lot" I take it you find no real issues with them? How is the quality? Fittings tight etc"
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Post by Lancelot Chan on Dec 5, 2021 10:53:33 GMT
I used a lot of Z-sey swords. I wasn't aware that they were the ones Simon Lee sells on ebay since I don't use ebay for buying swords at all. So as you used a "lot" I take it you find no real issues with them? How is the quality? Fittings tight etc" There are definitely issues with them. Their wrappings tend to get loose that I have to immediately glue them with instant adhesive before using. It has been improved in the recent ones with hishigami, though. The tip is always not sharpened, as their owner thinks this is normal for swords to have unsharpened tip. haha. There were quality fluctuation in terms of heat treat and blade shape. The good ones are pretty good but you can't be sure you always get a good one. Tsuba sometimes can be loose, but overall the hilt would not disassemble itself, except the wrapping as mentioned.
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Post by Stef on Dec 18, 2021 11:18:17 GMT
Simon no longer makes swords for his shop. he is no longer reachable only his new "manager". this is clear in the quality drop the ebay shop and the fact that the language used in correspondence is completely different. it appears that his business has been taken over or something has happened. so do not rely on the quality of Simons work or his honesty in the trade. although swordjp has nice blades do not buy with the confidence or reassurance you once had with Simon as they are not the same entity
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Post by pvsampson on Dec 18, 2021 21:24:43 GMT
Simon no longer makes swords for his shop. he is no longer reachable only his new "manager". this is clear in the quality drop the ebay shop and the fact that the language used in correspondence is completely different. it appears that his business has been taken over or something has happened. so do not rely on the quality of Simons work or his honesty in the trade. although swordjp has nice blades do not buy with the confidence or reassurance you once had with Simon as they are not the same entity Zsey bought the Simon Lee business outright.
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Post by phoule on Dec 19, 2021 0:36:27 GMT
Very overcast day , difficult to take better photos. Would it be possible for you to show some pics of the nakago please? We have deleted the duplicate photos in order to conserve server space. Those things are memory hogs.
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Post by phoule on Dec 19, 2021 1:23:02 GMT
Yeah, I can't dismount it for a photo at the moment, but these were the photos they sent me of it themselves. All except for one are pre-drilling. Maybe they will help. Ok thanks Brother that's appreciated!
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Post by phoule on Dec 19, 2021 2:13:32 GMT
Overall, what are you thinking Phoule? Great attention to details overall. Looks to be fitted good, tsukamaki could be a little bit better but I've seen much worse. Nice habaki and good fit, just needs a little cleanup. Good looking blade, must be their "tamahagane" steel I guess. Looks like a solid built.
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Post by pgandy on Dec 19, 2021 21:20:51 GMT
Yeah, I can't dismount it for a photo at the moment, but these were the photos they sent me of it themselves. All except for one are pre-drilling. Maybe they will help. Ok thanks Brother that's appreciated! We have deleted the duplicate photos in order to conserve server space.
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Post by noktorn on Dec 20, 2021 0:10:35 GMT
So as you used a "lot" I take it you find no real issues with them? How is the quality? Fittings tight etc" There are definitely issues with them. Their wrappings tend to get loose that I have to immediately glue them with instant adhesive before using. It has been improved in the recent ones with hishigami, though. The tip is always not sharpened, as their owner thinks this is normal for swords to have unsharpened tip. haha. There were quality fluctuation in terms of heat treat and blade shape. The good ones are pretty good but you can't be sure you always get a good one. Tsuba sometimes can be loose, but overall the hilt would not disassemble itself, except the wrapping as mentioned. From what you've experienced so far Brother Nathaniel, have you encountered any of the above issues? Also, was this a custom order or one of their "off-the-shelf" models. It looks gorgeous from the photos!
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Post by Stef on Dec 20, 2021 8:08:11 GMT
Simon no longer makes swords for his shop. he is no longer reachable only his new "manager". this is clear in the quality drop the ebay shop and the fact that the language used in correspondence is completely different. it appears that his business has been taken over or something has happened. so do not rely on the quality of Simons work or his honesty in the trade. although swordjp has nice blades do not buy with the confidence or reassurance you once had with Simon as they are not the same entity Zsey bought the Simon Lee business outright. thanks. very sad but good to know
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Post by noktorn on Dec 28, 2021 4:42:56 GMT
Ok, so I didn't want to leave you hanging. I have not yet cut with this one but I can answer the rest. Looseness of wrap: Initially, would say it is "fine" not the tightest. Looseness of tsuba: Nope. Looseness of any other fittings: Nope. Sharpness at the tip: Believe it or not, it's sharp there also. Not sure if they may have changed this from LC's interactions with them. Heat treat: Not sure yet. Overall aesthetics: I think it's pretty nicely done, essentially everywhere. The blade is quite impressive in person and it has quite a presence. Not a light/fast piece if that is what someone might be expecting. The model I chose was the "Mizutori" model : link
The only difference is that I specified a red copper habaki and black leather on the ito. The only red saya they had available had wooden fittings because they were out of horn, They discounted me $50 for that. Also, the menuki are different, they are the Liondog type. Some of the additions added some cost but it wasn't much if I am remembering right. There was an additional ups customs fee(tax fee?) though that was a little over 100$ so keep that in mind with the "free shipping" they might tell you. Thanks for updating us! It definitely looks tempting. And with my self-imposed sword buying ban coming to an end soon, i'll be looking a little harder at their website. Here's hoping she cuts and holds up as good as she looks!
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Post by Lancelot Chan on Dec 28, 2021 5:57:36 GMT
i have ordered a custom sword and once it arrived, I will show the tip before my sharpening. :)
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Post by Z-Sey on Feb 4, 2022 5:08:05 GMT
I used a lot of Z-sey swords. I wasn't aware that they were the ones Simon Lee sells on ebay since I don't use ebay for buying swords at all. Hi, Why you say you used a lot of our swords? I don't see your order in my impression. What's the name of your orderer?
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Post by Z-Sey on Feb 4, 2022 5:12:20 GMT
Does anyone have any experience with katana maker Z-Sey? (swordjp.com). It seems to me that he manufactures the katanas that Simon Lee sells on ebay We bought Simon Lee's brand, but we changed the product. The products are totally different now. The quality now is much higher.
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