Nihonto dealers in the UK?

[Matt Theroux]

Hi all,

Can anyone recommend a trusted nihonto dealer in the UK?

I'm not at the point of being ready to make a purchase yet (lots of research and learning to do first) but it would be good to know who to look out for. It seems that UK dealers are few and far between. I've found a few via Google but it's always good to get a recommendation from existing collectors.

Many thanks,
Matt

[k.moralee]

Hey Matt, I came across this place yesterday while surfing around. The site has quite a few antique Japanese swords. If you google the name there are a few good reviews also....

http://www.thelanesarmoury.co.uk/

Cheers.
Kris

[Matt Theroux]

Yes I know of them - I live in the South East so it's not too far for me to visit. In fact I'm pretty sure I've been in there many, many years ago, just for a browse. From their website, they sound like quite knowledgeable people.

It would be good to see some genuine nihonto up close while reading up on the subject, so I might pay them a visit.

[PMartin]

Don Bayney in the basement of Grays antique market By Bond St station.

[Matt Theroux]

Thanks Paul, that's great. I'll pop in there the next time I'm passing by. Looks like he has some interesting stock.

[Peter Farrar]

Matt,

You should also make the trip to Birmingham militaria fair on Feb 14th. Plenty of swords to see and the Northern Token Society will have a stand.

Peter

[k.moralee]

Originally Posted by Matt Theroux

From their website, they sound like quite knowledgeable people.

It would be good to see some genuine nihonto up close while reading up on the subject, so I might pay them a visit.

Absolutely. I would like to browse around there one day, it looks really interesting, definitely a great research point.

[Peter Farrar]

Unless your a premiership footballer with money to burn I'd stay clear of Lanes Armoury. Everything is massively overpriced.
Stick to Don Bayney as Paul Martin mentioned and you'll do ok.

[David Sewell]

Hi Matt, have you considered joining the To-Ken society here in the South East? Not expensive, regular meetings and some serious knowledge. I can give you their details if you wish. Good luck and buy very very carefully.
Kind regards. David