1 antique traditionally-made Russo-Japanese/World War II Japanese Kyu-gunto Army Samurai sword available.  This sword has an old family blade from Samurai times.  A kyu-gunto katana would make a rare, and important addition to any collection.

The sword blade was made in the mid-late 1500's A.D.  The blade is signed 'Bizen kuni ju Osafune Sukesada'.  The nakago is also dated.  The blade was carried during ancient times by true Samurai.  The blade measures 26 1/2" (67.3 cm) from blade tip to notch in the blade spine.  There are 2 holes in the tang. 

The habaki is carved on one side with the images of mice (which are carved more intricately than can be seen in the photos--the hair on each mouse is carved in in fine detail).  The reverse side of the habaki has a form of plant carved into it.  Interestingly, the maker of the sword's Army fittings has its name stamped into the guard. 

This sword has a longer kissaki than normal--the kissaki measures 1 3/4". 

This sword was handmade in the 1500's A.D.  There are no visible nicks in the blade edge.  The first 3/16" of the blade tip has a slight bend.  The blade is obviously out of polish.  The blade has surface staining and some scratches.  The blade has a couple of more minor openings (see 3rd from last photo below) but they should polish out.  The blade is perfectly straight.  The handle is excellent.  All wires are present.  The saya has plating wear.  The sword locks perfectly in the saya, and the lock release functions perfectly as well.  This sword is a candidate for polish. 


This Russo-Japanese/WW2 Kyu-gunto Samurai katana, made by Sukesada in the 1500's A.D., would make a rare and important addition to any collection.