Real swords, decorative, historical, fantasy; humor, social, ID requests, shopping help, art; all sword-related topics are welcome (we are not very strict about topicality)! Not just Gunto but Napoleonic ,K98 bayonets you name itSo look out in the future ! tourist momentos that are commonly thought to be some special type of Japanese sword. It will have shrunk and is likely frayed and worn. This prevents the sword from falling when the soldier is running. This example has a matching serial number 93225 on both the blade and the throat of the scabbard. 4x 3 Inch Rubber Casters Heavy Duty Safety Brake Wheels For Wire Shelving Rack, Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" FHD Laptop Intel Core i7-1165G7 8GB RAM 512GB SSD, Chrome Mirror Vinyl Film Wrap Sticker Decal Stretchable Reflective Super Gloss, DEWALT DCCS620B 20V MAX Cordless Li-Ion 12 in. This is a very scarce and important very early production Japanese Army Type 95 NCO Sword. Etchings. NCO's sword, Kokura arsenal stamp. But machine made swords like this one do not have the accuracy of manufacturing that enable the Habaki to perform such a function. A World War II Type 95 Japanese Army NCO sword on which the sword blade and scabbard both have matching serial numbers. If there is a tang stamp (see the military sword page for examples) on the nakago, up close to the blade collar (habaki), it is a WW II era sword - these are arsenal stamps. Also, the tang on this is full length, with two holes. But a small percentage made its way back to the United States and into the collector market. After that I heard nothing. Arsenal stamps do not appear on pre-1930's blades. Used In good condition! Unfortunately, the scabbards serial number does not match the swords . Serial number placement. This is due to the method Please see our. $4200. A real one would also be fine, but is too expensive for me. There are a bunch more issues with the sword, so if anyone wants to test their detective skills this is a good opportunity. Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. You cannot re-wrap the hilt with the silk cord that was removed. Matching serial numbers 31123. Sword canes (Shikomi-zue) mostly have very low grade blades. This claims to be made by Suya Shoten, but their standards and quality control were much higher than this. Posted October 27, 2017 Gun magazine laws, concealed weapons laws, laws governing new made display guns, airsoft guns, blank fire guns, and other items vary greatly by nation, state and locality. $159.50. . Pasted as rich text. Katana | HEAVY Cutter For HEAVY Targets. In Germany the only plattform for weapons is egun. Look at the bohi at the kissaki and the arsenal marks are terrible! Hi there what would you expect to pay for a aluminium handled no 3 sword with some blade staining/surface rust and a dentless scabbard with some surface rust? The saya/scabbard number should be on the top of the scabbard, where it's covered when the sword is sheathed. I sent the seller a message. I need attribution not for sale, but for museum exhibit. This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering. Any so called "ninja sword" is pure fantasy. Obviously I can't be sure, but that's my guess anyway. The 26 3/8 inch nagasa (cutting edge section) blade is in very Most swords do not have matching numbers because somewhere along the life of the sword the scabbard was changed. Vice versa, antique blades are occassionally found The hilt is complete with a functional metal locking spring tab that secures the blade to the scabbard. I agree and have never been able to put it into words like you just did. It's also highly unlikely that a replica would have such a wonderfully aged scabbard cover. I need attribution not for sale, but for museum exhibit. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. Matching serial numbers 31123. - all carved and Today I checked, just in case the sword was pulled from sale, and lo and behold there is a 'rare copper handle' now listed, clearly of the same manufacturer. Further - it will reduce its value by at least 50 percent!! You can't sell weapons on ebay.de it is forbidden and ebay close your account. collectors often have a higher knowledge base then dealers, and a higher respect for items and there history. The seppa is a clear fake, and like everyone else said, the bo-hi starts too far down the blade and the tip is round (like a Nagoya). NEVER CLEAN THE TANG OF A JAPANESE SWORD OR TAMPER WITH IT IN ANY WAY!!! The first question to be answered - is it a real sword or a modern replica or an remounted in samurai type mounts by collectors. good condition, a few small patina streaks, nothing much, and firm Shamsy By placing an order, the buyer represents that he/she is in compliance with the law and will utilize the items in a lawful manner. Benefits CHARITY. Agree with others had to study it for a bit, since it is not an obvious reproduction - but at the end of the day, it has issues! The Americans destroyed a large number of swords by dumping them into the ocean or by melting them. Eligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal, Amazon & Sezzle. Clear editor. Obvious two issues are the scabbard pattern and additional screw. You can post now and register later. The saya Anyway, if ok, can I post some pictures to get your expert opinion on my purchase? Ivory has a distinctive grain. The blades in these items are all "soft steel" and have etched temperlines The brown paint on the hilt has mostly worn away, as it did not really stick well to the aluminum. View cart for details. Some older (Shinshinto) By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. The serial number, 31278, and arsenal stamp are marked above the bohi (fuller). The painted handle and scabbard color look very nice, even though there were still some parts not correct compared to the real one, but it will fool a lot of people, like many dealers, there main concern is profit, regardless of the piece being a reproduction. There are numerous The blade must be examined in its entirety and not judged solely If you cannot see this grain or do not know what to look for, assume it is carved bone, not ivory. WW2. Older swords will have more rusted tangs, ranging from brown to smooth deep black rust for the oldest swords. I offered to send photos or provide opinions from experienced collector's. You might also visit the Ohmura site and study the pictures there. or old wood sticks. WW II era swords will show prominent grain (hada). Overall a very nice condition WW2 Type 95 NCO Katana that will appreciate in value over the coming years. . in the hilt. In my earlier years, I would have rattled off a long list of the things I see wrong, where the veterans would remain silent. However, just because the blade is steel does not mean it is a genuine Japanese sword as many modern replicas are made with steel blades. 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Celebrating the Past, Present and Future of Navy Cryptology, Official site for National Guard marksmanship training & competitions. View cart for details. kink one side but is overall very good for its age; the locking Not just Gunto but Napoleonic ,K98 bayonets you name itSo look out in the future! As above100% fakejust look at the fit on the saya throatBut yes they are getting betterBought a sword at a recent big militaria fair,actually two swordsleft them with the sellers instead of carrying them around when I came to pick them up was approached by a very polite Chinese fella who offered to buy them at a premium off meHe didn't hide anything said he was sending them back to ChinaAt the end of the show he had bags fullhe looked like ' Buckin Bronco ' carrying them away ! The Scabbardlooks to have some paint left, however it is under the leather cover, which we have not removed, so we do not know how much still remains. I have been asked this many times at shows, from dealers and buyers. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. It's a huge tell tale. As I said in the other NCO topic. In Germany you got now only fake Gunto. Close up and of kissaki and bohi termination is a must. I have been searching for years for a good reproduction of a Japanese Shin-gunto NCO sword. Examine the hamon with a magnifying glass. This page was last updated: 04-Mar 05:55. I agree, once they start nailing the kissaki and proper proportions it will be a minefield out there. Typical WWII Imperial Japanese Army style fittings, with a single suspension ring from the scabbard, known as the "New Military Sword" ( - shin guntou) style. Hi all,while I'm sure our members know how to pick a fake NCO, I wanted to share these.http://mountcastlesantiques.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=18&products_id=277http://mountcastlesantiques.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=18&products_id=276&zenid=qot0424cgushvekob07rapkkq2The really disappointing part is that I informed the site owner about the first sword and provided a comprehensive list of indicators the sword is not genuine. will show tiny dots/specks (nioi and/or nie) along and between the border of the hamon and the rest of the blade.