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Post by slav on Apr 9, 2009 18:59:29 GMT
This project idea was concocted quite a while back by one of our members. He wanted a Cheness Deluxe iaito, customized to a black on black scheme, lacquer soaked cotton ito, with gyaku-style menuki placement since he is a Shinkage-ryu practitioner. He also had a unique request that I had never tried before: a horn kashira done in Tenso/Akechi style (ito wrapped over the end of the kashira rather than through it). This is the result, and I am rather pleased with how it turned out. I really dig the all-black scheme now that I have experienced it first-hand, and IMO the kashira configuration is really neat and classy. I am tempted to do my next sword similar to this: img5.imageshack.us/img5/1970/img4453y.jpg[/img]
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Post by Deleted on Apr 9, 2009 20:21:21 GMT
This is basically what my SBG custom is going to look like, I approve!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2009 1:18:54 GMT
That looks really nice. I've always had a preference for the black on black look, and that is a stunning example.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2009 2:29:53 GMT
Ain't gonna see that one at night! Very ninja-like and pretty cool. The final touch would be a blackened blade!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2009 6:41:06 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2009 12:39:37 GMT
Very, very pretty! I'm curious about the 'lacquer soaked cotton ito'. Please forgive my ignorance- I'm trying to learn more about Japanese swords. Is that a traditional technique? What kind of lacquer do you use? I assume the lacquer is applied after the wrap is completed, or do you soak the ito and then wrap it? Do you lacquer the same as well?
What purpose does it serve? I can guess that it might prevent the cotton soaking up a lot of sweat during frequent use and rotting. Probably help to secure the ito too. Looks cool. Am I missing anything?
Again, beautiful job! Thanks for sharing it with us!
Cheers
Marc E
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2009 15:08:21 GMT
that post was kinda funny to read reminded me of a lil kid asking questions haha. the lacquer helps to hold it in place i'm not sure about what kind of lacquer or anything.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2009 17:05:48 GMT
Sweet! That black on black look is growing on me... Quite Classy.
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Post by slav on Apr 11, 2009 22:26:01 GMT
Very, very pretty! I'm curious about the 'lacquer soaked cotton ito'. Please forgive my ignorance- I'm trying to learn more about Japanese swords. Is that a traditional technique? What kind of lacquer do you use? I assume the lacquer is applied after the wrap is completed, or do you soak the ito and then wrap it? Do you lacquer the same as well? What purpose does it serve? I can guess that it might prevent the cotton soaking up a lot of sweat during frequent use and rotting. Probably help to secure the ito too. Looks cool. Am I missing anything? Again, beautiful job! Thanks for sharing it with us! Cheers Marc E Soaking the ito in lacquer was done traditionally sometimes, but I do it merely because it helps secure and reinforce the ito for hard use. I use a polyurethane liquid, painted onto the wrapped ito (just the ito) until soaked but not fully saturated. This stiffens the ito substantially, but does not fully harden it.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2009 22:52:27 GMT
Exellent job as always, Slavia!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 12, 2009 3:25:25 GMT
Soaking the ito in lacquer was done traditionally sometimes, but I do it merely because it helps secure and reinforce the ito for hard use. I use a polyurethane liquid, painted onto the wrapped ito (just the ito) until soaked but not fully saturated. This stiffens the ito substantially, but does not fully harden it. Thanks Slavia! I'll file that away for future reference.... that post was kinda funny to read reminded me of a lil kid asking questions haha. the lacquer helps to hold it in place i'm not sure about what kind of lacquer or anything. Ha! Yeah, my 5yo daughter is like that. I must be picking it up from her! Mind you, her mother says she gets it from me... Cheers Marc E
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Post by OldSchool on Apr 12, 2009 16:25:30 GMT
That is VERY nice! I have a Cheness Deluxe Iaito, I wish mine looked like that. Great work Slav, she's a beaut.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2009 17:55:43 GMT
If I ever do another katana, I want it to look like that. Sadly, the two I have only gather dust...they are nice looking, but not my cup of tea. Good work, nonetheless.
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