Wakizashi 98 Shiki Army WWII Company Officer’s Sword (SOLD)
Type: Mumei (Unsigned) Wakizashi
Item No.: ujgu005
Period: Blade (Late Muromachi Period, 450 years old)
Scabbard and Accessories (WWII)
Length: 54.2cm
Mekugi: 2
Included: 450-year old sword, authentic WWII Japanese Army Company mounting, sword maintenance kit, sword stand
Price (BY CREDIT CARD): ¥200,000 / $2,495
Price (IN CASH OR DIRECT BANK TRANSFER): ¥192,000 / $2,295 (This sword is now sold)
Description:
Here is a special case where an old sword passed down from generation to generation found its last battle in WWII. It’s very rare to have the genuine brown and blue tassel that signifies this to be a Army Company Officer’s sword. The sword would have been slightly longer at one point, as signified by the extra hole in the nakago (tang).
The wavy notare hamon (temper line) is beautiful and striking. This is a wakizashi sword that was often used by soldiers in close quarters, such as in a tank, where it could very likely travelled within.
The saya is made from aluminum, this lighter material was a result of steel becoming shorter in supply as the war went on. The numerous tsuba and many seppa (collar and washer pieces) are genuine period pieces, and they all match with the number “15”. They are all in very good condition.
If you are looking for a unique collectible piece from WWII at a generous offering price, this is one such sword.
Cash or Direct Transfer Discount:
A 4% discount is offered for payments made directly to Unique Japan by direct bank transfer or in cash (dollars or yen). An attractive layaway plan is also available. Contact us to purchase this sword.
View this Sword in Person:
If you are interested in this sword and others from our collection, please contact us to book an appointment. Private meetings are generally arranged within the Tokyo area.
Exportation from Japan:
Unique Japan is able to ship swords from Japan to countries all over the world. All legal exportation paperwork is included with every purchase. Please allow about 4 weeks for us to process and ship an order from Japan. Dealers welcome.
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