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This Tsuka sold for Sporter90 brought this up in an earlier post. Now this Tsuka shows up on ebay Oddly enough, the Gregory and Fuller book I have from makes no mention of these Type 3 Shin Guntos being seen with earlier Type 98 parts mixed in with them. What's New? Results 1 to 15 of Thread: Type 3 Shin Gunto Tsuka handle Type 3 Shin Gunto Tsuka handle Over the last year, I have been seeing a few Type 3's on ebay that either the Type 3 scabbard had Type 98 fittings on it, or the sword itself had some type 98 fittings Type 98 brass guard installed. Subscribe for the Latest Updates! Yasakuni Yasunobu fss December 30, Yamashiro Kunikiyo Daisho November 15, Enomoto Sadayoshi fss July 10, Ko-Senjuin fss May 13, Fine Menuki Papered fso January 27, Ko Kinko Kogai fso January 27, Remember Me? Email us if your interested in this item and remember to include the order number for this item: fss NCO shin-gunto fss New Item. Blades in these mounts are ALL machine made.
#WWII JAPANESE SWORD SERIAL NUMBERS SERIAL NUMBERS#
If the sword is all original, the serial numbers on the blade, tsuba, saya and all other parts should match. The serial numbers are simple assembly or manufacturing numbers they are not serial numbers of blades as issued to specific soldiers. These swords will have serial numbers on their blades and are ALL machine madewithout exception. The first model had an unpainted copper hilt. Some blades made during the war period were handmade but not by traditional methods. There is an enormous difference in quality of both blades and mounts of this period. Shin-guntoarmy officers swords, are the most common style of sword mountings from the World War II era. The Samurai sword has grown to be one of the most highly desired military antiques.This is a WWII era sword made in the later part of the war. From what we can tell, this is a traditionally made blade, due to the following characteristics. They were an instrument of war as much as a beautiful artifact to adorn a room. Each hand-made Samurai sword is unique because it is forged from folded steel stock.Ī tremendous amount of work is dedicated to creating these pieces. The Samurai sword has seen combat in many battlefields. The swordsmiths of the time may not have known it but they were creating a legendary sword.

It has been over one thousand years ago that the art of making swords appeared in Japan. Combinations of Western and Japanese numbers are common on fittings. This indicates that they are a matched set made specifically for this blade, and have not been "swapped out" over the years. The top fitting is inleted for the scabbard lock on the hilt, and locks in securely. It does have a few small dents, but these appear to be from storage or handling, not from any type of military action. The Scabbard saya is steel and in very nice condition,with much of the original paint intact. The cross guard and pommel cap have matching cherry blossom motifs, which are also found on the scabbard fittings, and the fuchi grip collar. The tang is marked with some paint, but it does not match the number on the fittings from what we can see.
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Offered in great condition, the blade is still very sharp and is nick free as far as we can tell. This indicates that it was made by Kanemune Fukumoto, located in the Mino Province of Japan, a known swordmaking center.
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Included are printouts of his registration card and pension forms. International shipping paid to Pitney Bowes Inc.Original Item: Only One Available. Starlink ookla speed testĬredit cards processed by PayPal. For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program terms and conditions - opens in a new window or tab This amount includes applicable customs duties, taxes, brokerage and other fees.įor additional information, see the Global Shipping Program terms and conditions - opens in a new window or tab. This amount is subject to change until you make payment. May not ship to Russian Federation - Read item description or contact seller for shipping options. Learn more - opens in a new window or tab. No additional import charges at delivery! This item will be shipped through the Global Shipping Program and includes international tracking. Add to Watch list Remove from watch list. Get the item you ordered or get your money back. Antique japanese 2 parts for army sword tsuba katana samurai 2, Picture Information. WWII Imperial Japan GUNTO Military Sword 兼勝 Signed Katana Antique japanese 2 parts for army sword tsuba katana samurai.
