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Japanese Army Parade Saber

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:65.00 USD
Japanese Army Parade Saber
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Japanese Army Parade Saber, 28.75" nickel-plated blade with blood groove, copper/brass alloy pierced decorated guard has vines and cherry blossoms, stippled backstrap with cherry blossoms on the grip edges and top near the pommel. Silver family mon on the bottom of the gripstrap. Grooved horn grip is missing the wire wrapping. Nickel-plated scabbard with one hanging ring. Condition is good, the blade has an oxidized patina to the nickel plating, with some bubbling and rust spots. Hilt shows wear to the gold gilt finish and is mostly reddish brown in color with hints of gold in the protected areas. Grip is sound, but as mentioned, is missing its wire wrapping. Scabbard has a lightly pitted surface overall, with heavy wear to the nickel plating, and a couple of light dings near the bottom. OAL is 34.75". Est.: $125-$200.