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csymmes

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csymmes Apprentice

csymmes

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Any ideas as to period and/or whether this was shortened at some point (Nagasa 25")? I recently purchased from a person who said it was brought back after WWII and has been in attic for 20+ yrs. Any ideas as to value (incl. fittings)?

 

Thanks - Cowles

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Surfson Grand Master

Surfson

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I agree that it looks to be shortened. To my eye, it looks like Kanbun Shinto, maybe late 17th century. As to value, assuming that kantei doesn't indicate a rare maker, I am guessing in the $1500-$2000 range on ebay. The fuchi has been corroded by the leather sheath. All in all, it looks to be quite a desirable sword. Congrats.

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