Originally Posted by
Marilyn
The body is on the short side and the Beni has challenges. On the Beni, it doesn't appear to have the nature of consolidating. Look at how it presents on the top of the koi. It is has an undefined delicate presence even where it is thicker. The Sumi, OTOH, does have the appearance of a consolidating nature which is very good.
For free, it's a fun little koi. What it does as it matures will be a great learning experience. Save you baby pics and compare it in a year or so.