Japanese Edged Weapons JAPANESE SWORD And a copper o-seppa. Katana - Ww2 Japanese Sword It was in this crucible that this utilitarian blade was produced. This is an accurate and fully functional reproduction of a WW2 Gunto Japanese Officer Sword, clay tempered with a polished mirror-like surface. thank you for your understanding! There are 1-2 very small areas of loose grain. WW2 Japanese Officer Sword Shipment is worldwide. All original except for new ito and same. Seller added the following information: WW2 JAPANESE RARE KAIGUNTO TYPE 97 SWORD LEATHER SCABBARD COVER SAYA. All Rights Reserved. so please consider carefully when bidding. South America& Africa: 3-4 weeks. The sword is aLate Koto or Early Shinto wakizashi made by the well-known swordsmithKaifu. Total length 91cm. Thank You. Licence professionnelle : 0124/TCDL - GPLHQT - Licence d'tat : 0102388399, Par le biais de ce site, nous mettons votre disposition lensemble des, Les transports sont gnralement assurs soit en voiture, en bus, en train ou bien en bateau. But each shipping method has size and weight limit. We are happy to combine multiple items for shipping. If your item ended with value more than $60 and want add full value insurance. Blade carries a very bright wavy shape hamon with very visible nice tight itame hada metal grain. WebLike those before WW2 when there were no guns, only katanas and other swords. Antique Japanese Naval Officer Dress Sword WWII WW2 Saber w Sheath, Collectable. Good condition- minor wear. so please consider carefully when bidding. This is a lighter thinner type(this item will be sent folded) Length is on the shorter side. Shipping. Auction starts from $1 with absolutely NO RESERVE. The item that you see is the item that you get. The hada is a well-implemented and tight ko-itame. WebWW2 JAPANESE NAVY OFFICERS SWORDS IN STOCK eBay: WW2 JAPANESE NAVY OFFICERS SWORD Seller: smallsword (99.7% positive feedback) Location: US Condition: Unspecified Price: 1295.00 USD Shipping cost: 25.00 USD Buy It Now CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO Seller: far_east_japan_antiques (100.0% positive feedback) Location: JP WW2 Japanese Swords International shipping $124. Tl: +84 913 025 122 (Whatsapp)
WebThe Role of the WW2 Japanese Sword Japanese swords conferred high status on the officers who wore them. The outer case is heavy duty and sturdy. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Terms and additional items: This item, THIS IS A VERY NICE WW2 JAPANESE MARINE OFFICERS GUNTO SWORD WITH SCABBARD MARKED ON SCABBARD SIGNED CHIKAKUNI 1945 JANUARY DATED BLADE WITH NO NICS OR, THIS IS A VERY NICE SPECIAL ORDER WW2 JAPANESE NAVY OFFICERS KAI GUNTO SWORD WITH SCABBARD AND TASSLE SIGNED KITCE KIRE AND DATED 1943 BLADE WITH A NO. Antique Japanese Samurai Sword Katana Pre WWII WW2, Antique Japanese Samurai Sword Katana Pre WWII WW2. Original WW II Japanese Edged Weapons Mconnu, le Laos vous enchantera par la fraicheur authentique de ses habitants et ses paysages de dbut du monde. If what you're looking for. Creases and some damages.It's more about old items. Be sure to add me to your favorites list& check out my other auctions for more interesting things from Japan. WebSJ1003cxdw. There is a Showa stamp on the tang. Real blade. PLEASE CALL AT 240-793-8515 AFTER 17:00 HOURS EST PLEASE CHECK MY FEEDBACK FOR REFERENCES AND YOUR PEACE OF MIND. The hilt was typically wrapped in sharkskin or rayskin, and the scabbard was made of lacquered wood. NBTHK kicho paper,Cloth Bag. The hilt was typically wrapped in sharkskin or rayskin, and the scabbard was made of lacquered wood. WOODEN SCABBARD. This great sword is tradition of Japan. No bend, no blister, no kizu, no rust and no forging flaws at all just minor scuff marks in old polish. Japanese Russo war officers sword with shagreen handle. HAMON: NOTARE HADA: MOKUME ITAME State: A detailed photo URL Click Here. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail. Japanese Japan WW2 Vintage Katana Sword Scabbard Sheath. Like shin-gunto, a great variety of quality in both blades, traditional and machine made, and mounts is seen in kyu-gunto swords. Up for sale is a very nice Gendaito authentic Japanese Samurai Katana in original Gunto mounts. After the war, this American nurse requested to have possession of this sword from the guard for memory. Good luck. We have selling many other Netsuke. The two officers were later executed on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity for their involvement. This is an antique Japanese katana/ samurai sword from the late 1800's- early 1900's. All fittings are complete and original in suite of interesting bamboo style and matching with nothing missing. Antique Japanese samurai Wakizashi katana sword. Japanese sword WW2 Gunto parts koshirae, tsuka, seppa, fuchi. Nos excursions au Vietnam vous feronsdcouvrir les paysages couper le souffle du haut des sommets de Hoang Su Phiou dans lauthentique et spectaculaire Baie dHalong. please check the photos. This Shingunto mount is a rare high quality version with set of 8 seppa set and gold gilt tsuba. Nagasa: 62.8 cm Mihaba: 2.9 cm. International shipping $124. ww2 japanese officer References are available on request. Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) Officer sword (Kai-gunto). Caution Sword is not return accepted because of very difficult for import procedure in japan. famous of exquisite sculpt,Japanese swords are good choice of art collection, the Japanese sword with its excellent performance in the world weapons possess in one place and enjoy a good public praise and reputation. Sword has of course Japanese registration papers are give by. Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) Officer sword (Kai-gunto). A rare Mantetsu blade in Imperial Japanese WW2 Army Officer Sword mount. Real authentic antique item not reproduction. Please check with your countrys customs office to determine these additional costs. We don't bear for any duty or tax in your country. There are no nicks. Antique Fuchi for WW2 Japanese Samurai Katana Army Officer Sword Shin Gunto, Fuchi for Japanese army officer sword shin gunto mount used during WW2. In general, Japanese sword blades of the 1930s and 1940s are well constructed. We will combine shipping if possible. color. WW2 Japanese Officer Sword I am in no way expert when it comes to Japanese Samurai Swords so of course I had the sword examined by a reputable collector who is pretty knowledgeable and it is indeed a hand-forged blade circa 1930's or early 1940's. [6] The Nichi Nichi headline of the story of 13 December read "'Incredible Record' [in the Contest to] Behead 100 PeopleMukai 106 105 NodaBoth 2nd Lieutenants Go Into Extra Innings". Beautiful TSUBA. Measures 38" long with scabbard, 36 1/4" long without scabbard, blade measures 26 1/2" long and 1 1/4" wide, handle measures 9 3/4" long and 1 1/2" wide. THE BLADE HAS THE BEAUTIFULLY ENGRAVED 3 TOED DRAGON CHASING THE FLAMING PEARL. The shin gunto was the most common type of sword used by the IJA and IJN during World War II. If you want to purchase original Japanese goods in a fast.Affordable,and safe setting,look no further our store! Please decide after you see the item picture closely. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Even if it clicks. (You, come here! It is also sold on other sites. No bend, no nick, no rust, just some very minor scratches. These blades are almost exclusively signed on their tangs, the part of the blade fitted into the grip. Dans limpatience de vous voir au Vietnam. Nagamitsu listed page 122, 123, 124, 125 in John Scott Slough Gendai. Rare WW2 Japanese Genuine Antique Wakizashi KATANA GUNTO Sword -595, High Rarity Antique Japanese WAKIZASHI GUNTO. Please make a payment within 7 days after receipt of the invoice. However, they did not become something heavily used during the wartime period. We will do our best for you. WebKyu-gunto swords, also called Russo-Japanese swords, were used by Army, Cavalry and Naval officers during the Russo-Japanese War and WW II. Text and images may be under copyright. [4] Noda himself, on returning to his hometown, admitted this during a speech: Actually, I didn't kill more than four or five people in hand-to-hand combat We'd face an enemy trench that we'd captured, and when we called out, "Ni, Lai-Lai!" Don't miss this chance to own this rare sword. If you want to see more detail pictures. Add to Cart. Blade is extremely sharp and is in Superb flawless condition overall. Payment: PayPal payment only. The saya(scabbard) is black painted wood. The tassle is included in the sale as I didn't want to separate the two. This had a shipping sticker on it from a US vet but it fell off long ago (there is a small faint rectangle mark on the leather as pictured). MISSING PARTS NO FLAWS 2 TINY NICS NEEDS A POLISH. Please ask questions before bid if any. Vous avez bien des ides mais ne savez pas comment les agencer, vous souhaitez personnaliser une excursion au Vietnam et en Asie du Sud- EstRenseignez les grandes lignes dans les champs ci-dessous, puis agencez comme bon vous semble. Original WW II Japanese Edged Weapons Cutting edge:26.5" Handle:9.5" Overall:39" Hamon: Looks Sambon Sugi but more like a Crab Claw that`s never seen before. It was belonged to a prison guard who used to carry it in front of the prisoners. The analysis regarding swordsmith listed above is my own and while I think I am accurate. Japanese Please go http:www.antiqueimperialarts.com/Japanese-256. Please ask questions before bid if any. Shipping. The thickness is almost 1 full cm across the mune(3/8 in. without pedestal Please feel free to ask for a price quote. WebLike those before WW2 when there were no guns, only katanas and other swords. The smaller ones are more'flush' with the handle end piece and do not protrude or'stick out' SHIPPING and tracking INSURANCE IS $4 extra. Payment: PayPal payment only. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Please see photos. SWORD HAS BEEN IN MY STORAGE FOR YEARS. It is automatically changed into a ship. NO RETURNS. This brilliant hamon is very bold and thick running all along the cutting edge to the tip forming a Strong and Powerful boshi. $ 1,395.00. ju Fujiwara Ieshige saku" He belongs to Hashizume school which was found by Kunitsugu in Hashizume village in 1394. The item that you see is the item that you get. Normaly we send an invoice with combine shipping cost in 24 hours after the auctions end. Imperial Japanese Army officer's type 98 Shingunto Katana. 1944 WW2 JAPANESE SAMURAI SWORD SUPERB THREE CEDER TEMPER AWESOME CONDITION! ON HOLD JP0223 Imperial Japanese Navy Sword . Comes with Richard Fuller's original tag. Shipping cost $58 within North America. Dans lintimit de Hanoi et du Delta du Fleuve Rouge, Au nom du raffinement et de la douceur de vivre, Voyages dans le temps et civilisation disparue, Toute la magie du Delta du Mkong et de Ho Chi Minh, Un pays inconnu et insolite qui vous veut du bien, Sous le signe du sourire et de lexotisme, Osez laventure Birmane et la dcouverteinsolite. Missing fuchi. SHOWS A LOT OF WEAR AND WOULD BE GOOD FOR REPAIR RESTORE PARTS. WE SHIP WORLDWIDE WITH SAL(JAPAN POST ECONOMY SHIPPING) Cheapest standard size shipping method. For auction is an old leather covered wooden scabbard/sheath with metal fittings. Thanks for using our store. Shipping Information Shipping is done through usps. In 1937, the Japanese government began requiring the use of special stamps to distinguish these bulk-made blades from traditionally made swords. For Mantetsu sword. WebThe Role of the WW2 Japanese Sword Japanese swords conferred high status on the officers who wore them. The gunto sheath pictured is only for references purposes. They feature steel that was forged proficiently and a visible jihada if they receive a new, quality traditional polish. Hada:Nashiji to tight itame Note: Do not accept a 0 feed-back bidder without email. Duty and brokerage fees are non-refundable. Information subject to change upon further research. Overall in excellent condition no breaks or cracks. Shipping will be First Class mail-$6.88 including insurance. Tout droit rserv. Shipping: $99.99 will takes 5 days to 8 days. All three men were found guilty of atrocities committed during the Battle of Nanking and the subsequent massacre, and sentenced to death. Shipping by SAL takes 2-5 weeks delivery time. FROM THE JOHN PLIMPTON SWORD COLLECTION. Notre satisfaction, cest la vtre! WebWW2 Japanese Army Officer's Gunto Sword Scabbard w/ Leather #02131. Shipping is always fixed and stated upfront so there are no secrets or surprises. While the world has changed much since then, one of the most iconic symbols that existed long before and throughout World War IIand continues to resonate todayis the Japanese sword. W W 2 Gunto parts. Bronze / brass sword hand guard with a FROG motif. KOSHIRAE Pattern of KOSHIRAE: WW2 JAPANESE ARMY ISYU GUNTO Total length of the KOSHIRAE: 94.5cm[ 37.20Inches], Pattern of HABAKI: Single. A good & very nice old Koto Katana with Bohi in WW2 Shingunto mounts. Shipment EMS 45$, 5 pc LOT WW2 JAPANESE GUNTO TYPE 98 FIT SWORD PART SARUTE HANDLE HILT SCREWS. SJ1003cxdw. Ww2 Japanese Army Officer's Shin Gunto Sword Type 98 With Brown Scabbard 1 Reviews. As expected the blade is not signed nor is there an arsenal marking. A Japan Times article has suggested that its presence allows revisionists to "sow seeds of doubt" about the accuracy of the entire collection. No crack, no bend, no blister, no kizu, no nick, no rust and no forging flaws at all with 98% + original polish, only a minor nick catcher at the very tip. WW2 JAPANESE GUNTO ARMY IJA OFFICER SWORD KNOT ORIG. Free U.S. No crack. with Tracking number) It will takes 3 to 4 weeks to ship for Export procedures. I will be putting up a large collection of arms and armor from all over the world in the next few weeks so check back often. $225.00. the Hilt: Identifying Three Japanese Swords Dpartpour Yen Bai via lancien village Duong Lam, balade pied dans ce charmant village, Ce voyage Vietnam Cambodge par le Mekong vous permet de dcouvrir un Delta du Mekong autrement, Approche solidaire respectueuse de lenvironnement. Size 98cm length Handle 24.5cm Sheath 72.5cm(Including Habaki) 60cm sword# Sword rack is not included in the product. Picture 1 of 7. Japanese Japan WW2 Vintage Katana Sword Scabbard Sheath. Ujiyoshi. a floral design. In this post we are looking at the two sword types most commonly used by samurai: the larger katana and the wakizashi (literally big and small), collectively referred to as the daisho. International shipping $35. WW2 Japanese Sword This is certainly the case with the swords used by samurai, Japans pre-modern military caste. WebWW2 Japanese Army Officers Shin Gunto Showa To Katana Sword Smith Signed Tang YAMADA TOSHI CHIKA Scabbard & Expert Assessment. As promised, this can best be detected by looking at the tang. is numbered 85857. Superb clean blade still remains 98% plus original polish. Please ask us before payment. Shipping is: $30.00-item insured up to $100 included only We ship Next Busin ess Day after payment is made USPS PO Boxes and International orders please email me before bidding for shipping charges International all item shipped Int. These. We have selling this also in another store. for an old Japanese Katana sword. They feature steel that was forged proficiently and a visible jihada if they receive a new, quality traditional polish. maybe you will find something else that will interest you. WebIn good condition, a WW2 Japanese Army officers Shin Gunto Katana by Okada Kanesada. we offer many picture. If you want to purchase original Japanese goods in a fast.Affordable,and safe setting,look no further our store! We res, THIS IS A VERY NICE WW2 JAPANESE ARMY OFFICERS GUNTO SWORD WITH SCABBARD SIGNED BLADE WITH NO NICS OR FLAWS IN GREAT CUTTING LENGTH IS 25" MISSING HANDLE, Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click the pictures once to bring them up. This also happens to be the longest of the three blades, so it is worth explaining how katanas and wakizashi are distinguished. Swords Sn 19502 - 19502 This sword has been assessed by UK Japanese sword expert Bill Tagg. The uncommon lacquered wooden scabbard is very well done. Reviews. We will combine shipping if possible. Very high quality and detailed silver mon is bright and large. 2002 North Main StreetSanta Ana, California 92706TEL: 714.567.3600, Tuesday - Sunday10:00 am - 4:00 pmClosed on:MondaysFourth of JulyThanksgivingChristmasNew Year's Day, Tsuguhiro (Japanese, active 1469-1521), Jirysai Tomohide (Japanese, 1778-1847) and Seiyken Akitada (Japanese, active 19th Century); Fukui Prefecture, Chbu Region, Japan and Nagasaki, Kyushu Region or Tokyo, Kant Region, Japan. In 1947, the two soldiers were arrested by the U.S. Army and detained at Sugamo Prison. All you Mantetsu collector will know. Yasunori page 190 in John Scott Slough Gendai book. The hilt is covered in unfinished manta ray skin and then wrapped in braided silk thread. Payment: PayPal payment only. Description. WW2 Japanese A buyer must be at least 18 years of age and assumes full responsibility for this sword. $250.00 + $15.00 shipping. Picture 1 of 7. Item sold as is. THIS IS A VERY NICE JAPANESE TYPE 32 TAIWAN SONIN OFFICAL OFFICIAL SWORD WITH SCABBARD IN GREAT CONDITION MINTY. 219.00 USD. Contest between Toshiaki Mukai and Tsuyoshi Noda, two Japanese Army officers, International Committee for the Nanjing Safety Zone, International Military Tribunal for the Far East, "Historiography of the Nanking Massacre (19371938) in Japan and the People's Republic of China: evolution and characteristics", U.S. sea patrols fuel war of words in print, " (Congressman Ms.Inada published the incidents regarding the court on the "Contest to kill 100 people using a sword")", "War and reconciliation: a tale of two countries", "Japanese court rules newspaper didn't fabricate 1937 Chinese killing game", Full text of all articles pertaining to the event, , Decision of the Tokyo District Court (full text), Mochizuki's Memories "Watashi no Shina-jihen" (), https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Contest_to_kill_100_people_using_a_sword&oldid=1139800830, Short description is different from Wikidata, Articles containing Japanese-language text, Articles with unsourced statements from March 2021, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 16 February 2023, at 23:56. If you want to purchase original Japanese goods in a fast.Affordable,and safe setting,look no further our store! Blade length- 26 1/2 inches Tang- 9 inches, JAPANESE WWII WW2 ERA SAMURAI SWORD - KATANA, NICE JAPANESE WWII ERA KATANA. Help Identifying WWII Japanese Sword Sold Out View. WWII Japanese Samurai Swords The blade and the mountings are in. Shipping cost $58 within North America. Please see my other auctions for more collectibles. Please contact us if you have any questions of payment procedures. From a Showa era civilian gunto style sword ( 1920s - mid 1940s ). [14], In 2000, Bob Wakabayashi wrote that "the killing contest itself was a fabrication", but the controversy it created "increased the Japanese people's knowledge of the atrocity and raised their awareness of being victimizers in a war of imperialist aggression despite efforts to the contrary by conservative revisionists". Part of the blade is a blade of imitation. If you are referring to Samurai their loyalty was with their local lord (Daimyo) or the Shogun and not the emperor (who was a mere figurehead during the feudal era). with broken blade. Please ask questions before bid if any. WebWW2 Japanese Army Officers Shin Gunto Showa To Katana Sword Smith Signed Tang YAMADA TOSHI CHIKA Scabbard & Expert Assessment. A copy of his hand written notes and illustrations accompany the sword. When HP cannot be viewed, please copy an HP URL address to your browser directly. WebWW II era swords have been put into shirasaya or remounted in samurai type mounts by collectors. Please pay within 24 hours after purchase. No crack, no rust, no opening, has numerous small nicks and scuff marks along the cutting edge from being used during WW2. AuCentre, les sites de Hue et Hoi An possdent lun des hritages culturelles les plus riches au monde. The boshi features a spray of nie in the turnback and there are very small ko-ashi along the hamon. I ALWAYS COMBINE SHIPPING ON ITEMS ENDING THE SAME DAY ONLY. There is horimono present on the habaki and can be clearly seen in the pics. Archeologists, researchers, and investigators will all tell you that the best way to learn more about something is to look just beneath the surface. Rare WW2 Japanese Imperial Navy Genuine Antique KATANA GUNTO Sword -607, High Rarity Antique Japanese GUNTO. On Mar-18-13 at 13:01:15 PDT. This is an accurate and fully functional reproduction of a WW2 Gunto Japanese Officer Sword, clay tempered with a polished mirror-like surface. Ieshige is a very famous and important Koto period sword smith at Kaga province era Eish(1504-1521) Rated 3.5M at Toko Taikan. Good luck and thank you for visiting auction. Comment rserver un voyage un voyage avec Excursions au Vietnam ? WW2 Japanese Sword The shin gunto was the most common type of sword used by the IJA and IJN during World War II. Japanese In that case. we offer many picture. Wait for 60 seconds from 30 seconds until it is displayed. Japanese Swords Help Identifying WWII Japanese Sword The most important WW2 Japanese sword makers were in Seki, Nippon to Denshujo, and the Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo. Japanese Swords If you buy more than one item I can combine shipping. Rub the leather pouch sheath,I keep in good condition and not torn. WW2 Vintage Japanese Army Officer's Shin-Gunto Sword Hardware. 100.49 + 45.23 Postage. EXELLENT CONITION. Pourquoi rserver un voyage avec Excursions au Vietnam ? If you are looking for an antique sword with a huge 27+"koto blade and complete original antique mount. There is a little bit of rust on the tip which is only surface rust and not as bad as it looks. The blade also shows some beautiful and clear activities all over it. There are several and prevalent scratches along the blades length. Template Made By: Inkfrog Template Center DO NOT DUPLICATE OR COPY! 219.00 USD. Japanese Swords Measures 32"from tip to guard or nagasa 30.75" Sword overall 43.5" with 11" handle. Pre-ww2 Japanese Kendo sword PICTURE book IKI BR, CONDITION: PLEASE see image and title DIMENSIONS: PLEASE SEE PHOTOS FOR DETAILS Handling time: 12 business days. Japanese, Late WW2 Katana Army Officer's Sword Scabbard. Please ask questions before bid if any. The saya release catch is very tight (wriggle the blade to free) but works. We do our best to present accurate information about every item we sell. (Richard Fuller image) I AM NOT, AN EXPERT ON THIS ITEM AND WILL LET THE EXPERTS DETERMINE GRADE AND FINAL VALUE. The shinogi-zukuri shaped blade is marked on the obverse face of the haft(nakago with the name Yoshichika( ) The reverse face of the haft is marked with the blue painted Japanese numbers 1046 which are thought by collectors to be warehouse numbers. Japanese officer sword: Honor in Token Binran, dated Showa 11 = 1936. SIZE: See Pictures. The blade and the mountings are in MINT condition. Good luck. HANDLE MADE TRADITIONALY WITH STINGRAY SKIN. I couldn't get the pictures to show the blade in the right. These type of swords are vary rare to get and we are proud to have one in owner collection. The leather covering for the sheath is an even later addition that would have come during World War II. Click Here to enquire / inquire about / buy this item. WW2 Japanese sword: Mass-produced awesomeness Note the large D ring over the hilt. Contest to kill 100 people using a sword WebKyu-gunto swords, also called Russo-Japanese swords, were used by Army, Cavalry and Naval officers during the Russo-Japanese War and WW II. THE BLADE IS QUITE HEAVY AND MEASURES APPROXIMATELY 27" FROM TIP TO END OF COPPER. We try to describe items the best we can and we are not experts in all areas. Overall in excellent condition no breaks or cracks. This one is not like that as the family that sold it to the merchant group either didn't believe that, or had their relative return safely home from the war. Shipping cost $24 within North America. ww2 japanese officer This style of mounting was used from 1883 until 1945. This sword is totally original untouched. Firstly, only officers carried swords. Check back often - we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Your package will get to go on so shipping days are unpredictable $17.00. (Richard Fuller image) Sn 19502 - 19502 This sword has been assessed by UK Japanese sword expert Bill Tagg. There are numerous varieties of items made in the 20th Century as tourist momentos that are commonly thought to be some special type of Japanese sword. & as been attributed to Fujishima Tomoshige. Auctions Buy It Now All Enter Zip or Post Code for shipping: See more Japanese WWII NCO Swords at eBay Search eBay You are here: Home World War II Memorabilia Japan NCO Swords It is surely an excellent catch. All three swords featured in this post share several commonalities, but the similarity that most informs the design of the first two blades is that they were used by Japanese officers during World War II. Its signature mark is simple, without honorifics, meaning that this was intended for use of the battlefield and little else. Murata Tsuneyoshi (18381921), a Japanese general who previously made guns, started making what was probably the first mass-produced substitute for traditionally made samurai swords. This particular blade was made by Yoshichika Whose real name was Yoshioka Tetsujiro( ) He was registered as Seki Kaji smith on the 26th April 1943 and was one of the approximately 200 Seki based smiths listed in the Seki Tanrensho(directory of Seki swordsmiths) John Sloughs book An Oshigata Book of Modern Japanese Swordsmiths 1868-1945 lists him as Yoshichika. Hamon is very bright and clear. This style of mounting was used from 1883 until 1945.
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