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  • Auction Catalog #74
  • Lot #3534
Lot #3533
Lot #3535

Lot 3534: Excellent Signed Japanese Blade in Shirasaya Mounts

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2018

Lot 3534: Excellent Signed Japanese Blade in Shirasaya Mounts

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2018

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500

Excellent Signed Japanese Blade in Shirasaya Mounts

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
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Item Views: 2273
Item Interest: Average
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Catalog Page: 219
Class: Other
Description:

Measuring 37 inches long overall length, the blade features a 28 3/4 inch cutting edge, a very bold and active hamon ranging from one quarter inch to nearly a full inch in width and active grain. The tang features a single mekugi-ana, with a six-figure signature on the left side and another six on the right. The upper inch of the tang is brighter than the remainder, giving the appearance of a shortened blade. No translation was provided, though consignor notes attribute the construction to 1932. With a set of shirasaya fittings.

Rating Definition:

The blade is excellent, with a few tiny edge nicks and light spots. The fittings are very good, with some light dings and a small split visible in the front of the habaki.



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