This is a WWII era katana made for the war effort. It is oil tempered and clearly a military sword. It comes in a black saya and original military fittings and handle. The sword is solid and has no fatal laws. This WWII era sword has an attractive hamon and is a good collectable sword.
- Mei: (Seki stamp) Maker is Kanemasa
- Date: Showa (WWII era)
- Nagasa: 26 inches
- Sori: 12.0 mm
- Width at the ha-machi: 30.9 mm
- Width at the yokote: 22.4 mm
- Thickness at the mune-machi: 7.4 mm
- Construction: Shinogi zukuri
- Mune: Iori
- Nakago: Ubu
- Kitae: muji hada
- Hamon: Midare
- Boshi: Maru
- Condition: Old polish
This sword is on consignment.
(shipping and insurance included)
Email us if your interested in this item and remember to include the order number for this item: fss-943.