Description
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Comes with kimono or cotton bag. Comes with certificate of supein Nihonto.
Beautiful wakizashi Signed “Yoshimichi” in an excellent state of preservation both for its blade and its elegant koshirae, all original from the Edo period (circa 1750). Despite being a wakizashi can be considered almost a katana given the length of the blade, as it measures 59.6 cm when the size to be considered long katana is 60 cm, so there is only a difference of less than half a centimeter. The koshirae has very decorative and high quality elements such as the black lacquered saya with tiny pearl inlays or the fuchi kashira with motifs carved in high relief or its menukis in the form of kirin (Japanese mythological animal) in gold plated bronze. The polished sword is in exceptional condition with a sharp hamon and an elegant Hada pattern. A great opportunity to own an authentic centuries old samurai piece at an unbeatable price.
Blade is in 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 with centuries, 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.
An Authentic nihonto japanese sword, difficult to find in Europe or USA, 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: 84 cm
Blade length: 59,6 cm
Sori: 1,2 cm
