1) Signed Japanese blade in Shirasaya fittings. Currently measuring 20 1/2 inches in overall length, evidence is present that this was once a significantly longer blade. Two mekugi-ana are present, one of which was partially cut through during the shortening, and a three inch long segment of signature which was formerly on the left side has been trimmed down, folded over, and laid into a prepared slot on the right side in gaku-mei style. The bright portion of the blade shows a wavy hamon. 2) Japanese Sword measuring 37 1/2 inches overall, with a 26 inch edge, showing a faint but slightly wavy hamon and fitted with a set of modern furniture with blackened steel components, brown leather wrap, bat-themed decoration, and a black lacquer finished saya. The blade could not be dismounted to check for a signature; the consignor attributes the blade as the work of a smith named "Kanekado" and the furniture to Fred Lohman. A cloth sleeve is included.

1) Good overall. The bright section shows some wear and openings in the skin, and the fittings are worn. 2) Very good, with minor spotting and handling marks overall, and a few rust spots on the tsuba.