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Is there anything else anyone can tell me about Bungo? What is a must have book(s) for the nihonto collector? I plan on collecting, and would like to buy good reference materials. Derek F

Thanks Brian and everyone else with your help. I first saw this sword about 15-20 years ago and my grandparents have had it packed away ever since. It was given to me as a suprise gift and is now my favorite possession. I will have it inspected, and more than likely polished because i want to see it in its former state of glory. Thanks again for all of your help, I now start the journey of inspection and polishing. I'll post before/after pics if anyone wants to see them. Derek F

How can i find out if the blade is worthy of paying for a polish? Derek F

Total length is 26.5". What are other standard measurements? Derek F

As you can see, it is not in the best shape and needs polishing. Any ideas on where i could have it looked at and see if it is worth the $$$ for a proper polish? Derek F

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Here are some pics.

Hi, I will post some pics in a few hours when they are taken by a friend. The HQ ties in because that is where it was acquired (as well as a second sword). That's all i know now, but I am going to try finding out more details over the holidays. Thanks for the fast reply! Derek F.

Hi everyone. Does anybody know anything about the Imperial Japanese Army Officers Head Quarters in Zama, Japan? I have an interesting item that was brought back in 1945 and have just starting researching it. The sword looks "used", as in there are small chips on the business end of the sword. It appears as if it needs a polish. All of the information I have read indicates that it is not machine made. Anyone with knowledge wanna help?