| Mike - thanks for the comments. I also feel there is some interesting shadows under the head area of the shiro utsuri that could make this gal a real eyecatcher. The remaining pattern on the body to me at least is perfect , especially if it fills in somewhat larger when it finishes. Bottom line even without changing I like her. I already have two smaller shiros with considerably more sumi on them.
If there is one thing I've learned helping Dick find asagis (because I'm retired and forever searching koi sites) is that you learn to appreciate the meaning of "there is no such thing as a perfect koi". I've looked at so many asagis in the past few months I'm seeing them in my sleep. God, I hope I'm not catching the dreaded Benbow Asagi virus
Yeah this one developed more red in the pects, red along the mouth and a tiny spot on the nose etc., but has alot of other things going for it. I especially like the clean white head, the scale arrangement, and the overall feeling it imparts to me anyway. Like Andrew, wish the leading rays on the pectorals were not shortened but such is life. Hopefully both koi will look as good in the flesh when Roy looks at them on the 3rd of Janruary. Thanks again guys for all the comments. |