Nihonto Katana Kunishige

2.300,00 

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Comes with kimono or cotton bag. Comes with Authenticy certificate from Supein Nihonto.

Sword of exceptional quality from the famous smith “Kunishige” signed tachi mei. The Koshirae is original from the Edo period and is in very good condition. Really nice Koto sword, this means before the XVII th. These swords are characterised by a rougher Jihada, a more visible pattern of the tamahagane steel, caused by the bending of the steel of the old tamahagane where the swords were intended to be more functional without so much need for aesthetics. For those connoisseurs who want a sword more than 500 years old in very good condition. The koshirae is also a beauty with a fuchi and kashira with gold inlay in very good condition, very original tsuba in patterned iron and classic black saya. A great choice to own an authentic piece, worn by samurai, probably involved in the onin war that would forge the future of japan forever. A great investment that will not depreciate in time but will become more and more valuable.

The blade is in old japanese polish remaining in good condition, the jihada of the steel is detailed and full of details to appreciate. A masterpiece Worthly a museum and a great addition to any private collection.

Blade is in very good condition due to aging. Not hagire and not fatal damage, of course. This is a japanese weapon so have a real historical value. This is a weapon not machine crafted so can be minor movements of saya, tsuka, tsuba, etc. Because of dilatation, humidity, etc. and little damages propers of his age like small rust, scratches, etc. Sold as is.

An Authentic nihonto japanese sword, difficult to find in Europe, without the consequent costs of importing from Japan or from Japanese sellers, which can increase the price of the sword by up to 30% and a months waiting for shipment and custom paperwork. A truly real nihonto to delight both new and experienced collectors.

All our swords are originals, imported from japan and Europe from the best dealers and collectors during many years of collection and passion.

Size: Koshirae Full length: 95 cm
Blade length: 64 cm
Sori: 1,7 cm