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katana Kurihara Akihide Katana in Shingunto Koshirae
Sutraken posted a topic in Swords and Edged Weapons
Hello gents, I traded recently one of my swords for a splendid Kurihara Akihide katana, which was also introduced recently in the thread high class gunto by its previous owner. The sword was made in February 1945 and comes with the original shingunto koshirae. The mounts are in minty con...
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Hello, I am new to this board, although I've been lurking for a while—haha. So please forgive me if I use some of the terminology incorrectly, and feel free to correct me. I was recently able to purchase a Type 98 Guntō at an auction. Althou...
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I recently acquired a Japanese Naval Dagger that is missing the brass pommel cap. (Note first image attached). I am looking to purchase a genuine one. It should be a standard size as far as I can tell. An example is shown in the second attachment. Let me know if you happen to have one I could pu...
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Hello everyone! I have some questions regarding taking care of my Type 95. Is it okay to oil them with gun oil to prevent rust? (if yes, just the blade? Or other parts?) What type of container should I store it in? Do any of you keep them in display cases or anything like that?...
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Hi, I have a question about the authenticity of the sword. The sword has been with my friend's grandfather for about 30 years. I would be glad for any advice, thank you.
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Recently purchased this sword. Is this an authentic NCO sword? From what I understand about the markings: Nagoya stamp on the blade and scabbard. Font looks correct to me as well. Seller also seemed reputable to me. Is there anything I'm missing? I still have a rather healthy return w...
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I purchased two swords from eBay. Any information on them would be greatly appreciated.
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Hello, I believe what I have here is a WW2 Japanese Samurai Sword. I am new to Japanese Swords and know there is a lot around them, especially these WW2 era swords. I have posted a picture of the signature and a picture of the tang/blade, handle, and sheath. I think it is in rough shape but still fi...
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I bought this Type 32 Ko sword as a novice and I've taken more time more to research what the details are. It seems like this is a very strange version if not a fake. Here's what I noticed: 1. A strange serial number, the font is different, it's small, and the numbers are too close....
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My Masatsugu gunto arrived today - I got it from a fellow NMB member to whom I am most grateful. The leather clad saya came with a matching tsuka cover. I very much doubted that the sarute was original to the koshirae, but now that I see it with my own...
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Hello All! I’m new to this forum, I was referred by a fellow member of gunboards. I was wondering anyone would be able to help me get some more information and history on some swords I own. The shin gunto I bought from an English WW2 vet’s son, he told me his father brought it back from Burma. The w...
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Just out of export jail and transferred safely to my care, a katana signed by Hizen Kuni Masatsugu, real name Taguchi Kiichi. He was an accepted army swordsmith and was rated a “one million yen smith” at Toko Taikan. NBTHK Hozon papers issued 2021. Based on mei location, overall len...
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New sword listings from St. Croix Blades: https://stcroixblade...hop/Japanese-swords/
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St. Croix Blades currently has 50 Japanese swords, tosogu, etc. in its eBay Store listed. You don't have to have an eBay account to purchase. I will pull any item that you wish to buy. Prices are often negotiable. Trades can even be an option (I'll be converting your trade items into...
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I have listed for sale 5 rare Military Dirks in St. Croix Blades' eBay Store...you don't have to be an eBay member, or even like the eBay format (if there are those of you that don't). If you have interest, just reach out to me here. I can negotiate and pull any dirk you have interest in....
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Quite nice ORIGINAL Type 94 Shin Gunto Koshirae, this is the early style with separate Sarute barrel and unusual leather Sarute. All fittings numbered "5", untouched 2nd Ashi on gloss Saya. Included is a correct early style company grade tassel. This is a very large Koshirae measuring in at approx....
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Planning to buy a Gunto and found this, apparently had Seki Kanetsugu as the name. Sorry if I can't show more, file limit.
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I offer a very beautiful yasukuni to made by the famous tosho Kotani Yasunori in March 1943. This especially long katana comes in shirasaya and the original matching numbers shingunto koshirae. This yasukunito has a good wartime polish, so every activity is clearly visible. Anyway I recommend a new...
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I had to use a image hosting site these are the links https://ibb.co/Z8htmRd -mount https://ibb.co/S0FFjRz -Blade https://ibb.co/S0FFjRz -blade https://ibb.co/60PSnDh -blade https://ibb.co/0mrLvp0 -signature https://ibb.co/12dKK2L -blade https://ibb.co/9vVFfBc - blade https://ibb.....thumb.jpg.80d76b308a940900487259c88abed739.jpg)
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Hello everybody , i m in France and looking for informations on this Mon on my Kai GUNTO WW2 TSUKA . Which Samourai family is it ?… Thank s for all informations . kind regards Herve
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Hello all, looking for Generals Grade shin gunto, ideally with Tassel. Background and provenance even better. Best regards John
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Hi everyone I was wondering about a gunto recently posted in one of the local boards, seemingly an 1875 kyu gunto, or type 19 dress sword i just have zero knowledge in this field and, and would appreciate any help determining if this is real or fake. Pictures attached...
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