*MINTY YOSHIMICHI* WWII Japanese Samurai Sword KYU GUNTO Shin Gunto WW2 KATANA

Description: *MINTY YOSHIMICHI* WWII Japanese Samurai Sword KYU GUNTO Shin Gunto WW2 KATANA Description: I BUY SWORDS AND WHOLE COLLECTIONS! CONTACT US with any questions! 804 23 9 549 0 Item Description: I am pleased to offer this original hand-made heirloom Japanese army officer’s Samurai sword from World War 2. The blade represents the opportunity to own a historic Shinto katana, ca. 1600’s, by the very famous swordsmith Yamato Yoshimichi in exceptional Kyu Gunto mounts with a family mon. The blade and the mountings are in Near MINT condition. The sword has a blade length of 26.75 inches (68cm). It shows a well-grained itame hada. The hamon is an exceptional Mishina-style sudare-ba full of complex formations and hataraki. The hamon is present the length of the blade ending in a thick mishina boshi. There are many activities like sunagashi and yubashiri in and along a refined hamon featuring multiple layers of copious nie. The tang is signed Yamato no Kami Yoshimichi and is suriage, or shortened. Yamato Yoshimichi was one of a long line of very highly regarded swordsmiths working in Kyoto and Osaka from the 1600’s into the 1800’s as part of the Mishina school. The Yoshimichi swordsmiths were particularly famous for their sudare-ba hamon. A shinsa could be consulted as final authority, but the workmanship is high quality and clearly from this swordsmith. He was ranked Chu Jo Saku by Fujishiro, and Yoshimichi work has been highly desired by samurai and collectors for hundreds of years. The mountings are Russo-Japanese war era Kyu Gunto and are in Near MINT condition. The tsuka is saber-shaped with all of the wire wraps present. 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. The saya (scabbard) is plated metal with a leather weather cover. The leather weathering cover is in excellent condition, retaining 90-95% original finish. The saya itself is expected to be in Near MINT condition. There is a locking mechanism present. The blade is in Near MINT condition. There are no nicks, little to no rust, and just a few small scattered scratches along the blades length. There are no major flaws like hagire. Given the history, craftsmanship, reputation of the sworsmith, and the condition, I think this piece would be an outstanding addition for a collector of WW2 militaria or Japanese swords. 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. Shipping: 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. inkfrog terapeak

Price: 5650 USD

Location: Richmond, Virginia

End Time: 2024-09-18T22:39:30.000Z

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