NEW ITEM!

1 rare Japanese World War 2 General Grade kyu-gunto dress sword.  This sword has its original General Grade knot attached.  This rare sword would make an important addition to any collection.

This General Grade sword has a fine acid-etched yakiba (temper line).  The guard is stamped with the mark of the Suya-shouten, a preeminent maker of these swords.  The backstrap is fully decorated. 

Photo 3 above is an image from page 83 of Jim Dawson's book 'Swords of Imperial Japan 1868-1945, Cyclopedia Edition'.  

The blade measures 69cm (27.2 inches).

This WW2 Japanese General Grade kyu-gunto dress sword is in excellent condition.  The blade has 95-97% of its plating, and a nearly perfect yakiba.  The wire on the handle is perfect.  The tsuka covering is perfect.  The saya plating is about 80%.  There is some slight fraying of the cord for the knot.  The gold wire knot itself is perfect. 



This offering represents the opportunity to procure a rare Japanese WW2 General Grade kyu-gunto sword with rare Knot for your Japanese sword or world Militaria collection.