Description
1 Koa Isshin Mantetsu WW2 Japanese Army Officer’s sword available. This Japanese Mantetsu sword would make an important addition to any collection.
This sword is signed ‘KOA ISSHIN MANTETSU SAKU‘–meaning ‘Develop Asia by One Mind Mantetsu respectfully made this‘. The reverse side of the nakago is dated Spring, 1941. The spine of the nakago is also marked. The edge of the habaki is also numbered. This sword has a pierced tsuba, and a clasped hands sarute.
This fine sword measures 26 3/8″ (67 cm) (measured properly from the blade tip to the notch in the blade spine).
Condition:
This vintage World War II Japanese Mantetsu sword is in excellent condition. The boshi is nicely visible on both sides of the kissaki (blade tip section). The blade edge is excellent with no nicks other than barely a few flea bites. There are occasional tiny finish scratches.
The handle and fittings are in excellent condition. The sword locks tightly into the saya/scabbard, and functions perfectly.
The listing represents the unique opportunity to add a highly collectible Koa Isshin Mantetsu katana to your collection.
