General Grade Sword—w/Presentation

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1 ID'd Japanese WW2 General Grade kyu-gunto dress sword.  This Japanese Army sword has a rare Presentation on the blade to a Japanese Army General.  This rare sword would make an exceptional addition to any collection.  

The blade inscription reads on the first side 'Gifted to Regimental Commander Hirai in Celebration of Promotion'.  The reverse inscription reads '46th Infantry Regiment Officer's Organization'.  

Japanese General Grade swords have tortoiseshell grips as this one does.  

CONDITION:

There is plating wear on the blade.  The handle wire is broken in spots.  The tortoiseshell grip is perfect.  The saya is in excellent condition.  The acid-etched yakiba (hamon) is visible the length of the blade.  

 

 

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$2500 shipped

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