Anton,
I have seen a beautiful Kawaguchia before, probably around 7+ years ago during the time when everybody was bailing on their long guns due to the impending registry here in Canada.
The one I saw had light wood, but fantastic figuring and grain, nice engraving, not plain, and the barrels were 28" long with real tight on the left and wide open on the right. It had a straight stock and a splinter forend, but I don't recall the butt plate/recoil pad.
When you do get it, it will be great to see some pics.
Cheers,
Chris
