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WWII Era Japanese Katana With Original Scabbard

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 800.00 USD
WWII Era Japanese Katana With Original Scabbard
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Featured in this lot we have a Japanese Katana sword with its original scabbard originating from the World War II era. The sword shows a curved steel blade, brass guard and cloth wrapped grip. The blade shows the traditional chisel tip blade with the slowly curving blade. The guard shows a gold finish with floral designs and a locking mechanism with a push release just below the guard. The handle shows wood and white ray skin construction with cloth wrapping and copper accents. The scabbard is constructed with a copper and steel exterior with wooden inserts. The piece shows good condition overall with some wear due to age. The sword measures 37" long with a 26 1/2" long blade.