Traditional Japanese Sword Polisher David S. Hofhine

www.swordpolish.com

The BEST Japanese sword polishers will always have the longest sword polishing waiting list!

I have been studying Japanese swords since I was very young. I began studying traditional Japanese sword polishing seriously when I was a freshman in college. After graduating I had a typical career for a few years, but was eventually drawn back to the sword life.

I have now been polishing full time for 17 years, providing top quality professional Japanese sword polishing services to customers around the world. I am generally ranked among the top three full time togishi currently working in the US.

I have always used a minimalist approach to foundation polishing, always considering the long term well being of the sword as primary. Blades that I have polished have been rated as high as Juyo by experts of the NBTHK in Japan.

From the most humble and worn out blade to swords of significant historic and artistic merit, I always approach with the attitude of "wanting to do something great", the first question always being, what would I want done if it was my blade.

I work for many of the top collectors, published authors, sword show directors, JSS officers, etc. I have clients in England, Germany, France, Canada, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and more, but I am mostly working in the US right now because of the risk and hassle of over seas shipping and customs.

Unfortunately, a few years ago I tore the extensor tendons in my right forearm, working too much. That kept me out of polishing for well over a year. I am back at it now, but at a slower pace. I am grateful for everyone’s continuing patience.

Have your blades polished in the United States without the cost and danger of overseas shipping. All costs and services are spelled out in writing before any work is done. There are no hidden costs or "required extras".

All work is done by me personally. No passing off second rate student work at full price. It is an unfortunate fact that some of the most well known polishers, especially in the US, don't do any of their own work, but rather farm out the blades they take in to unskilled amateurs with substandard results for their clients.

Please do not ship any blades without prior authorization. An absolute minimum number of blades, usually just one or two, are kept on hand at all times to minimize liability.

Please note, the blades featured on this web site are not currently in my possession, do not belong to me and are not for sale as far as I know.

E-mail for more information or for polishing reservations. I get a ton of email and it takes a while to sort through it all, so please be patient. I do try to answer all contacts. There is a considerable waiting list so don't delay. Impeccable references available upon request.

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