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Thks fellas,
Bob, The sumi will be interesting to see developing. This koi does not have the classic solid motoguro which usually indicate strong sumi. I certainly hope I wont end up with a kage sumi shiro..My pond is a proven sumi ground. Throw in anything with a hint of sumi, it will turn black in no time. I have another shiro that finished in only 1 year. I hope this koi's sumi will be a longterm play.
Aquitori, I dont know much about Takeda Bloodline and not sure if Takeda is in this koi since it is from a showa spawn.. While the front 2/3 of the body appears very stout,I am a little iffy about the tail tube being on the narrow side. Some say that as the koi grow, the tail tube will develop to be thicker. Since you mentioned secondary Hi, I did not choose a sister koi with a really good body and better shiroji and pattern bcos secondary developed on the gill flap. This is a cause for worry. Hope no Hi decides to make a debut.
Dick, Your confidence in MAeda-san is comforting. Do you or any koi buddies have any experience with their Shiros? Would like to see some pictures of their matured Shiros if you have any. When I say I am taking a chance, I said so bcos, I have no inkling of how their Shiros will develop. So it is like a shot in the dark. Just bought out of curiosty and betting on a big fish that will develop into a beautiful SHiro. I am also trying out a momo tosai showa which has gone into the mud pond. Will see how it perform in 6 months time.
"raise it wisely"- any tips to share with us?
Yeap, Will try to record this shiro's progress for all to share.
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