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My father passed away recently% growing up I always loved his collection of things especially his Japanese swords. I took this wakizashi apart. I do not know much of these things but I’m trying to get more educated so any help would greatly be appreciated. I also have 2 katanas but I didn’t want to post it all on one topic. I know it’s in rough shape. 

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Later Edo mounts, missing the kurigata. Interested fluted saya.

 

Condition isn't beyond saving, not sure of the signature on the tsuba.. looks like it was dropped and has cracked through. Cast metal maybe?

Can't tell much of the blade itself without closeups, but also probably Shinshinto. More pictures would help assess the condition. The best way to get an opinion is to get an in-hand assessment done by a collector or dealer you trust.

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Dear John.

 

Just to add, this is potentially a very restorable mounting and if the tsuba is carved wood to match the hilt then the crack is not such a problem.

If the blade is less than 12" from the tip to the notches then it is a tanto, these are sometimes fitted with mounts that are rather longer than the blade.  As long as the blade fits well in the mounts then all good.

 

Looking forward to seeing the next ones.

 

All the best.

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Looks like it has decent potential. Definitely real. Please get some oil on that blade asap. Nothing abrasive, just soak and wipe and keep it with a light film of oil.

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