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VERY RARE JAPANESE WW2 OFFICER KATANA SWORD with DRAGON BLADE:

In very good general condition. 100% authentic. 36 inch overall length. Fine grip retaining all of its original wrapping. Iron tsuba. Fine 25 ˝ inch blade showing a wavy temper line on both sides. Exceptional engraved dragon on one side of the blade with characters on the other side. No nicks, dings… on the cutting edge. Arsenal stamped tang with markings on both sides. In its good original wood scabbard retaining a good amount of its original finish. Glued on leather band with brass ring. A rare and attractive Gunto!

$2400

 

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