WW2 Original Japanese Imperial Army Gendaito Samurai Sword. Traditionally made blade with strong hamon and tang signed with Kanji, reverse with pained Kanji. Imperial Japanese Army fittings, including tsuba sepia and silk wrapped tsuka with triple cherry blossom menuke. Saya painted tan with one suspension ring. Sword accompanied by original bag identifying soldier with address in Japanese and English, identifies sword as heirloom, by maker Masayuki. Sword accompanied by original brown and blue knot. Blade is in full polish without flaws. Blade measures from top of ha- machi to kissaki, 26.25" L.

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