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The
Number '1'
JAPANESE SWORD
Restoration
and Repair Service
Famous worldwide for providing the highest quality level of sword restoration service and
supplies
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INDIVIDUAL ITEMS AND SERVICES
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Rattan Saya wrap
| 'natural' , $20 per inch .... 'lacquered' Rattan, add $10 per inch minimum of 8 inches | $20 - $30 |
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Stingray Saya wrap
| Sanded smooth, lacquered and polished, -or un-sanded with or without lacquer, per inch. This is our end of the year special... regular price is $50 per inch. Min 8 inches. | Special: $40 |
| POLE ARM TIPS | Two styles made in the traditional metal of choice: STEEL |
$75 |
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MENUKI
(parts under the wrap)
| (1.) Antique SILVER Menuki, (2,) Gold plated, or (3.) 'Multi-plated' (more than one color, compare at $400 to $600) | $165, $175 and $195 per set |
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FUCHI-KASHIRA
| Steel, from $95 to $175 Multi-plate Sterling Silver sets, $175 | $95 to $175 |
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SAYA:
(scabbard / sheath)
| Custom made with the traditional Honoki wood, horn parts, Cashew lacquer and a Sageo makes this a real winner. Not available in combination with any other 'special'. | Regular: $750 (special) $650 |
| SHITODOMÉ (eyelets) | For the Kurikata or Kashira available black, Gold plated or Silver. (exclusive) | $50 pair |
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TSUNAGI
| Full length copy of your sword blade $250, partial length, $70 | $70 / $250 |
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TSUBA:
(sword guard)
| High quality 'First generation' copies of original Japanese Tsuba. (compare at $800) | $95 to $175 |
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Extra's..
SAYA
(scabbard)
Options that can be
easily added to your sword at the time of its construction.
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* If your Habaki is missing or damaged, newly made custom fitted, starting at $300 * 'Ho' wood liner for Military 'metal' Saya, a 'must' for freshly polished blades. . . ..$300 * Same' colored black (available only when new wrap is applied), No charge * METAL Kurikata (as opposed to traditional HORN, ( installed ). . . . . add $120 * Silver or Steel Koiguchi band added to new Saya construction only. add $90 * Slot in newly constructed SAYA for Ko-gatana or Kogei (each). . . .add $140 * Metal KOJIRI installed only on newly made Saya only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . add $140 * Most Custom Saya colors, (other than BLACK), . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .add $80 * STREAKS (limited choice of colors) added to the Saya. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .add $80 |
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU:
Your sword may be newly made, produced during WW-2 or perhaps it is an old Japanese Samurai sword but regardless of its age, value or current condition, we promise to apply the highest level of skilled workmanship toward restoring it back to its former beauty and condition. Fred Lohman stands heads above all others with his staff of workers, his many exclusive products and his 40 plus years of sword restoration experience. His workmanship, quality and reasonable pricing are what makes Fred Lohman the 'NUMBER ONE' choice for all who value high quality results.
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International shipments will require 'return' postage charges.
The 'Before'
(directly below)
is a typical WW-2 Japanese WW-2 sword
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The same sword after
'restoration' ..... 'A work of art
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PACKAGE # 1, Known as 'The Works'
All swords received must be equipped with a functional Habaki. All other metal parts (Tsuba, Fuchi Kashira, Menuki and Seppa) are needed but if not available, will be provided (your choice) at no additional cost.
A custom made lacquered Saya traditionally fitted with Water Buffalo horn parts and Sageo
A custom made handle wrapped with our 'overlap' Stingray skin application
and, professionally wrapped with your choice of either Silk, TSUNAMI or Leather cord
Your choice of our Menuki, Fuchi/Kashira, Seppa & Tsuba if none are available.
(Compare at $3500 to $5,000). . only $1,295
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PACKAGE # 2, all of the above plus 'Sword polishing'
Add $800,. . . . total only $2,095, (compare at $4,000 to $7,000)
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PACKAGE # 3, Handle (Tsuka) replacement
Our 'HANDLE PACKAGE' consists of a new hand carved wood 'core' to fit your swords 'tang', an 'overlapping' of Stingray skin (Same') and the installation of (yours or ours) Menuki and Fuchi Kashira. IF you do not have these parts, you can choose from the selection of parts we offer at no additional charge.... and your handle will be professionally wrapped with your choice of non-stretch Leather, highly recommended non-stretch TSUNAMI or pure Silk. When the wrapping is complete and all parts are put back together, your new handle is fitted to the sword with a new Bamboo peg and everything will be right, tight and ready for combat.
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PACKAGE # 4 Handle wrapping
If your handle cord or the handle itself is loose or, if your just plain tired of the old cord and just want to upgrade, this package is the one for you. We remove the old wrapping, secure the metal parts as needed and tightly wrap the handle with your choice of Silk, leather or TSUNAMI. Now is the best time to have it done. International: Add $30 for EMS (EXPRESS MAIL). Compare at $300 to $500. . . . Only $195
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NOTE: When sending swords, we recommend the Postal Service (NOT UPS or FEDEX ) please add 'INSURANCE'.
We cannot be responsible for swords sent to us without Insurance, those sent
without proper packaging or those sent using other carriers without prior approval.
PLEASE do not use 'peanuts' ... and keep your sword bag. Thanks!
International: When sending your swords for repairs, please use EMS (add Insurance to your shipment)
Call for details (503) 282-4567
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