gtodan

Thank you all for your valuable information. My first idea as a novice on this Nihonto was as we say in firearms collecting, "bubba'd". The rifle and bayonet accompanying it was in totally different condition. I wondered how did this sword get with this collection of war booty? I have the story about the rifle and bayonet acquisition. I have spent many hours on the WWW researching Nihonto. My search lead me here. I am not sure if the owner will allow me to disassemble it. I do not even know how. I will not attempt it as it an heirloom. I am sure there are YouTube vids. But I really do not want to buy it if I "bubba" it. Dan

Good Day! Pleasure to be here. Much to learn. Trying to expand my inventory of knowledge on Japanese WWII weapons. Up to date firearms have been my interest. In my recent adventure assisting a WWII widow with her husbands estate firearms she showed me this sword. I am a total novice on this subject. Perhaps you could assist me in identifying what she has. Thanks! Dan.