| It has been very rare to find a ginrin in which the sparkle is so even that it enhances the overall koi, rather than diverting the eyes. Seems to me that in recent years there has has been significant improvement in ginrin Showa and Kohaku. I still haven't seen a ginrin that looks great as a ginrin when much over 26". But, I am aware of one grown to a large size whose ginrin became an enhancement to the overall lustre of the Showa as a Showa, although as a ginrin, the sparkle just isn't what one expects of a ginrin. So, as the sparkle declines with growth of the scales, do not be overly focused on the sparkle. I hope you are so fortunate that you enjoy the mature fish more than the young one. |