WW2 Imperial Japanese Army Officer's Shin
Gunto, Signed, sold |
In good condition, a very respectable WW2 Japanese army officer's
sword with "cat scratch" habaki and Seki stamp, signed
and dated.
We have not translated the mei / tang, but it is signed and dated,
with a Seki stamp. The cat scratch habaki and the appearance of
the blade suggest, while not being Gendaito, this is a higher grade
of showato.
The 25 1/2 inch cutting edge (Nagasa) blade is in good condition,
no nicks, but has aging including some patina. Generally the fittings
are in good condition, though the saya (scabbard) has lost its leather
covering.
A very nice example for only £? (too late, now sold). Please
quote item reference N45 (1312). Further / full sized images available
upon request.
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