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Mid 1900's Japanese Wakizashi Short Sword & Sheath

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 600.00 USD
Mid 1900's Japanese Wakizashi Short Sword & Sheath
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Available in this lot we have a Japanese Wakizashi style short sword with leather covered sheath originating from the mid 1900's. The sword displays a traditionally curved chisel tip steel blade with an iron guard and leather wrapped handle. The blade shows a copper guard stop with the tip showing grind marks. The guard shows iron construction with pressed designs across both sides. The handle shows a traditional wrap with ray skin sides and is mostly covered by a black leather cover. The sheath shows wood construction with a brass attachment point and covered in a leather combat wrap. The piece shows fair condition overall with some wear across the piece. The wakizashi measures 31 1/4" long with a 20 3/4" long blade.