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Post by pallidus on Dec 21, 2010 16:58:30 GMT -5
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Saionji Shonagon
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Post by Saionji Shonagon on Dec 21, 2010 18:54:39 GMT -5
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Post by pallidus on Feb 7, 2011 20:37:47 GMT -5
So, I can see what it is and how it is attached to a sword, but how does it benefit me?
Does it keep the sword more secure?
Also, does the koshiate face inward or outward?
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Post by Torayoshi on Feb 13, 2011 19:25:26 GMT -5
I think the Idea was to get the katana out of the way so you could fight with out getting tied up on the hilt. If you have ever tried to fight with a katana in your armor sash it is very binding.
It could also be useful if you needed to mount and didn't have a tachi. It's hard to wear a sword in you sash and draw on horseback.
I made a pair for my retainer and I for the Japanese battle at Pennsic a few years ago. They worked well and were a convenient way to get all the weapons up to get inspected(and they look cool).
Just my thoughts. I'm not sure if I'm right though.
Torashi (soon to be Torayoshi I think..... need to check heralds website thing...)
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Post by pallidus on Feb 14, 2011 1:03:54 GMT -5
Thank you Torashi-
I am still not clear on how the Koshiate gets the katana out of the way...?
Does the koshiate hang off the sash by cords, and the sword is thrust through the koshiate straps?
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Post by Lash on Feb 28, 2011 14:05:32 GMT -5
correct the sword is strapped to the koshiate . the koshiate is tied on around your obi and allows you to move easier instead of having your katana pushed under your obi and thru your hakama .
you can also tie it snug instead of tight so you can rotate it to your lower back for easier naganata or yari use.
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Post by pallidus on Feb 28, 2011 17:33:08 GMT -5
Thanks Lash- I'll be making one. It also looks like project that can be completed in an afternoon ;D
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Post by pallidus on Jul 25, 2011 22:07:57 GMT -5
OK, so whats the best way to make one?
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Post by worldantiques on Jul 30, 2011 0:43:01 GMT -5
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Post by pallidus on Jul 30, 2011 11:45:42 GMT -5
Thank you. let me be more specifiic- I need one that works for SCA combat. Anyone have tips on the best type to make for that?
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