MILITARIA. Signed Imperial Japanese Type 98
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Shin Gunto Katana. A potential Special Naval Landing Forces (SNLF, Kaigun-tokubetsu-rikusen-tai) katana. This katana features a remarkable signed and numbered blade, a wooden saya with one hanger, a painted tsuba, a handle coated in wax, painted menuki, painted koiguchi, a painted hanger, and a painted kojiri (drag). From a Westchester, NY estate. Dimensions: cutting edge measures approx. 24.75" in length.
Condition
The sword exhibits typical signs of aging, with the saya showing chips and losses. If you're currently viewing this lot on Live Auctioneers, we kindly recommend visiting our website to access all the available photos.It appears that the tsuka (handle) has been coated or dipped in wax or a sealant. The stand is for display purposes only and is not included.
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MILITARIA. Signed Imperial Japanese Type 98
Estimate $400 - $600
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