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Delightful reading! Interesting , almost captive as all the responders show personality and character of themselves and their swords....

WOW!!!! What a difference on pre and post polished.

LOL! I love it ! It definitely needs polish, but blade has a couple rough spots on cutting edge and of course the tsuka. Two year wait ?! Historical value means more to me than dollar value. I don't have to sell it but stupid for me to keep it, if I can find the best home for it whether it be a private collector or museum.... Especially for Historical reasons.

BTW- The tsuba is 3/8 inches thick. Also, read something about origami... would or could this sword qualify? I'm kind of thinking No...

Yes, Thank you also, Thomas! You guys have been really great and so informative. Actually Bruce, I think it needs a little more TLC than just the handle. The blade needs some TLC also. Is there someone in New Jersey that can give this sword the attention it needs?

But to think that my Dad's friend was more interested in value than Preservation is astounding! This Sword has spent more than 25 years in a closet ! It has lasted longer than my my Mom and Dad, may they rest in peace....

Like I said, from what I've read here, not a complete sword, but blade, I think in good shape. Missing the " dowel" for the handle. Not sure if there are any other numbers on the pieces of handle.

No Tassle, or not much of....

I hope these help.