MINTY GENDAITO WWII Japanese Samurai Sword SHIN GUNTO World War 2 KATANA BLADE




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Reference Number: Avaluer:18996843Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
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*MINTY GENDAITO* WWII Japanese Samurai Sword SHIN GUNTO World War 2 KATANA BLADE


Description: I BUY SWORDS ANDWHOLE COLLECTIONS!CONTACTUS with any questions! 804  23 9  549 0Item Description:  I am pleased to offer this original hand-madeJapanese army officers sword in 1944 NLF Type 3 Sh...in Gunto mountings from WorldWar 2. The blade represents the opportunity to own an original hand-made Gendaito katana by the well-knownwar-era swordsmith Hiroaki. Theblade and the mountings are in NearMINT condition. The sword is healthy, meaty, and has a blade length of26.5 inches (67cm). It features a well-grained itame hada, or wood-grain patterned surface steel. The hamon is avery attractive Yamashiro style ko-gunomehamon mixed with suguha hamon. The hamon is present the length of theblade through the kissaki where it ends in a well-defined maru boshi. There are activities in and around the hamon like ashi and yo. The blade is gendaitoand traditionally made.The tang is signed ShinmyoTakeyoriwake Abe Hiroaki Kitau Kore and dated Showa Kinoe Saru Nen Hachi Gatsu Hi, or a lucky day in theFall of 1944. Hiroaki was arespected Rikugun Jumei Tosho smith known for making high grade gendaito. Thesignature also includes a dedication to the Shinto deity TakeyoriwakeThe mountings are 1944 Type 3 Shin Gunto, sometimes referredto as NLF mountings.  They are in Near MINT condition. The tsuka is browncord wrapped with cherry blossom menuki. The tsuba is black with threeaccompanying seppa. The saya (scabbard) is lacquered black with a coarsefinish. It is in Near MINT condition with just a few small spotsof missing finish, retaining roughly 97-98%original finish. There is a locking mechanism present. The blade is in Near MINT condition. There are no nicks, little to no rust, and few scratches along the blades length. There are nomajor flaws like hagire. Given the condition of both sword and fittings, thereputation of the swordsmith, and the high degree of craftsmanship displayed, Ihighly recommend this piece for a collector of WW2 militaria or Japaneseswords.Terms and additional items: This item is original and not aknockoff or fake. The analysis regarding swordsmith listed above is my own andwhile I think I am accurate, I can not guarantee that aspect as I am not anexpert from NBTHK. No reserve so please bid with confidence and let me know ifyou have questions. I can send additional detailed photos upon request. Paymentis to be made within 7 daysof auctions end. If payment is not received in 7 days we will re-list the itemand file a non-paying claim with ebay. Bidders must be 18 years of age orolder. We reserve the right to cancel unwelcome bids. This item is not for salewhere prohibited. Please review the pictures closely and ask any questionsbefore end of auction. More pictures are available and discounts after theauction closes are not supported or allowed. Bidder pays the shipping andinsurance fees for USPS Priority within the U.S. and Express Mail Internationaloutside the U.S. Virginia residents are subject to 5.3% sales tax.Thanks very much for the purchase! Please remember to leave positivefeedback if you feel satisfied with your purchase. I will ship within 24 hoursof payment. Keywords: Japanese, shin-gunto, shin, gunto, nihonto, ww2, wwii, world, war, sword, katana, wakizashi, kai-gunto, kai, koto, Shinto, hamon, tsuba, tachi, kyu-gunto, kyu, ?????, Japanische, Klinge, Japans Zwaard, Spada, Giapponese, épée, Japonaise, Espada, Japonesa, tassle, dirk____
  Shipping: Bidder pays the shipping andinsurance fees for USPS Priority within the U.S. and Express Mail Internationaloutside the U.S.   Payment: Payment is to be made within 7 days of auctions end. Ifpayment is not received in 7 days we will re-list the item and file anon-paying claim with ebay. 
 
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