My Justice Armories Hayashi Katana

[Brian Brazier]

http://www.dynastyforge.com/index.php/Limited-and-Custom-Pieces/28.5-Bushi-1095-Hayashi-Custom-Katana/Detailed-product-flyer.html It is a Dynasty Forge Bushi Katana named Hayashi (Wood) that is an Aaron Justice (aka Justice Armories) Exclusive. I have been eying this one for a longtime, and I have tried every means I know of to get it, from calling DF and asking them if I can do a payment plan, to trying to get them to take a nonrefundable deposit of $400 to hold it till the first, but they wouldn't help me out. So I finally convinced my Mom to let me use some rainy day money I had her stash away for me, with the promise of returning it. DF is having a 4th of July discount which knocked $60 off the total so I wanted to take advantage of it while I could, plus I was worried that if I wait too much longer it would be sold and I would be ~X(. This sword looks to me like something a Ronin would have had during the 17th century, a little rough around the edges, but the blade is all business. I am so excited right now, not only is it IMO the best looking sword I have seen in a long time, but it is one of a kind, no one else has it, and it was done by one of the most respected guys in the business, Aaron Justice.

[Mako]

I'm beginning to hate you so much now Brian.
Aaron does some great work as we've seen in his posts on this forum.=P~

Congratz bro'...enjoy. =D>

[Brian Brazier]

It was so relieving to be able to hit the checkout button on this katana, everything has been falling into place, my plan to take over the world cannot fail :flaming:, whoops I didn't say that :). But really things are turning around, since the disaster that was last week. I got a nice Dark Brown Sageo from Bugei to match the Ito, also picked up the Large Sword Chart and Japanese Family Crests Chart from Bugei http://www.bugei.com/subcategory_45_1.htm and I will have those framed for display. Now I just play the waiting game until the sword gets here, but that shouldnt take long since Aaron has it and he lives in California.

[bobO]

Yeah, hate works. I love the blades of my Df's. Hate the tsuka's, but love the blades. You should love this, good luck!

[goose710]

Brian
I like that sword! The hamon changes styles cool! rattan wraped saya too! I think it's a great sword, not flashy,subdued, quite , serene. and above all else one of a kind ! The Brazier sword! coolness
please post indepth pictures when you gain posession! and congrdulations on your newest acqusition!!!
da goose710

[Brian Brazier]

Thanks Goose, my sentiments exactly. Absolutely I will be giving you guys a full review with plenty of pics when it arrives, which shouldn't take to long.

[Taygrd]

Great lookig sword. It is very classy and the components all look great together. It has a nice look to it, I am a little jealous. The hamon is simply awesome. Congrats Brian!!:celebration:

[bobO]

Brian, all kidding aside this is a real beauty! Can't wait to have your impressions once it is in hand. I look forward to your review. Mr. Justice truly has talent.

[menukisan]

Great looking sword, can I uh, borrow it?

[Brian Brazier]

Thanks Guys, and Jonis if your ever in the area your welcome to use all of my swords

[Brian Brazier]

I have been reading up on my zodiac symbol which is the Horse http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horse_(zodiac), and in the year I was born 1978, horse also carries the elemental symbol of earth, which may be why I felt such a connection with this sword, it has the horse theme and with the saya being bare wood and the colors scheme it has more of an earthy tone.

[Taygrd]

I have to admit that is one of the best looking swords I have seen in awhile. The koshirae is so tastefully done it has the appearance of antiquity. Great purchase!

[Torawashi]

What a beautiful sword! Nicely understated and very classy. congratulations Brian. Great pick.

[Brian Brazier]

Thank You, it is a great cutter, I hope to have some footage up soon