1 very fine nihonto/traditionally-made World War II Japanese Samurai Army Officer's sword available.  This gendai sword was made by Ota Chikahide in 1939.  This fine katana would make an important addition to any collection.

This fine gendai sword was hand-made by Ota Chikahide using tamahagane.  The front of the nakago bears his long signature.  The reverse side of the nakago is dated 1939.

All military fittings are of excellent quality.  The blade measures 25 9/16" (64.9 cm) from blade tip to notch in the blade spine.  The metal Army saya has a leather combat cover.  This sword has a fine clasped hands sarute. 

This sword has an attractive wavy temper line.

This Japanese WW2 Samurai Army Officer's sword is in full polish!  There are a couple of openings in the blade.  The cost of the polish was more than my asking price.  I got a good deal on the sword.  The hamon and boshi are healthy.  This sword is guaranteed against fatal flaws.  The saya/scabbard has rust and leather deterioration in one spot (see photo below).  The saya displays nicely from each side as you can see in the photos.


This exceptional WW2 Samurai Army Officer's katana, made by the traditional/Nihonto smith Ota Chikahide, would make an important addition to any collection.