*MINTY + NBTHK HOZON + YASUKUNI* WWII Japanese Samurai Sword NIHONTO SHIN GUNTO

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Seller: sohei_swords ✉️ (848) 100%, Location: Richmond, Virginia, US, Ships to: WORLDWIDE, Item: 226046725613 *MINTY + NBTHK HOZON + YASUKUNI* WWII Japanese Samurai Sword NIHONTO SHIN GUNTO. NBTHK Hozon papers attetsting to the authenticity and quality of the blade. Yasuoki was a very well-regardedgendaito swordsmith of the famousYasukuni school. The Yasukuni school was a group of thirteen swordsmiths chosen to make high quality gendaito on the grounds of the Yasukuni shrine during the pre-war and war years.

*MINTY + NBTHK HOZON + YASUKUNI* WWII Japanese Samurai Sword NIHONTO SHIN GUNTO

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Item Description: I am pleased to offer this original hand-made heirloom Japanese army officers Samurai sword from World War 2. The blade represents the opportunity to own a historic Gendaito katana by the well-known swordsmith Shimazaki Yasuoki from the famous Yasukuni school certified with NBTHK Hozon papers, and with high end Shin Gunto mounts that include a family mon and tassel on the handle. This is a special sword that has it all for a collector of WW2 militaria or Japanese swords.

The blade and the mountings are both in MINTY condition. It is a healthy sword and has a blade length of 25.25 inches (64cm). It shows a ko-mokume hada that is tight and well-crafted. The hamon is a Rai-style ko-choji based on suguha that is present the length of the blade ending in a maru boshi. The nioi guchi showcases fine nie that descend into the hamon and there are activities like ko-ashi in and around the hamon.

The tang is signed Yasuoki and dated Showa Jyu Shichi Nen Ichi Gatsu Kichi Jitsu, or a lucky day in January 1942. Yasuoki was a very well-regarded gendaito swordsmith of the famous Yasukuni school. The Yasukuni school was a group of thirteen swordsmiths chosen to make high quality gendaito on the grounds of the Yasukuni shrine during the pre-war and war years. Yasukuni swords are sought out for their exceptional craftsmanship. The blade also comes with NBTHK Hozon papers attetsting to the authenticity and quality of the blade.

The mountings are Type 98 Shin Gunto and in MINTY condition. The tsuka is silk-cord wrapped with cherry blossom menuki. There is little to no fraying. The tsuka also shows a family mon along the backstrap. The mon is the famous takanoha , or hawk feathers, used by clans such as the Abe . There is also a rare leather weathering cover included to cover the tsuka and it shows some cracking from time. The tsuba is classic WW2 with a complete set of eight accompanying metal seppa. The saya (scabbard) is green painted metal with a leather weathering cover. The leather cover is in outstanding condition, showing very little missing finish and retaining roughly 98-99% finish. It is assumed the metal saya underneath also retains 98-99% of it’s original finish. The blade also comes with a custom made shirasaya mounting to protect the blade and a wooden tsunagi insert for the Shin Gunto mounts. The blade is in MINTY condition. There are no nicks, little to no rust, and few, if any scratches. There are no major flaws like hagire.

Given the high degree of craftsmanship displayed, desirability of Yasukuni swords, NBTHK papers, reputation of the swordsmith, and outstanding condition of the blade and mounts, I highly recommend this sword to a collector of Japanese swords or WWII militaria.

Terms and additional items: This item is original and not a knockoff or fake. The analysis regarding swordsmith listed above is my own and while I think I am accurate, I can not guarantee that aspect as I am not an expert from NBTHK. No reserve so please bid with confidence and let me know if you have questions. I can send additional detailed photos upon request. Payment is to be made within 7 days of auctions end. If payment is not received in 7 days we will re-list the item and file a non-paying claim with ebay. Bidders must be 18 years of age or older. We reserve the right to cancel unwelcome bids. This item is not for sale where prohibited. Please review the pictures closely and ask any questions before end of auction. More pictures are available and discounts after the auction closes are not supported or allowed. Bidder pays the shipping and insurance fees for USPS Priority within the U.S. and Express Mail International outside the U.S. Virginia residents are subject to 5.3% sales tax.

Thanks very much for the purchase! Please remember to leave positive feedback if you feel satisfied with your purchase. I will ship within 24 hours of payment.

 

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Bidder pays the shipping and insurance fees for USPS Priority within the U.S. and Express Mail International outside the U.S.

 

Payment:

Payment is to be made within 7 days of auctions end. If payment is not received in 7 days we will re-list the item and file a non-paying claim with ebay. 

 


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  • Condition: Used
  • Condition: Old and original
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
  • Modified Item: No
  • Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Theme: Militaria

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