Meihin Katanaezu Shusei
by Tanobe Michihiro (former head researcher NBTHK)
Book in mint condition, like new
210 pages
XXL-Size: (51cm x 36,5cm x 3cm)
Including cloth slipcase
Price: not available
Published in 1999 by Mr. Tanobe, the former head researcher of the NBTHK. As only 600 pieces where made it is very rare.
This book contains photos and oshigata (drawn by Mr. Tabobe) of some of the finest blades forged in Japan.
All descriptions are in Japanese, but an index in English is included.