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WW2 Imperial Japanese Army Korean Occupation Officers Sword & Scabbard SOLD
Guns International #: 101351642 Seller's Inventory #: BP19-
Category: Collectibles - WWII - Military Collectible Non US
Seller's Information
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 4/27/15
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 184
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Visa,Master Card, Discover,Check
Description:
This is a very nice all-original WW2 Imperial Japanese Army Korean Occupation Officer's sword. This sword was issued to an officer in the Japanese Amry that was assigned to occupation duty in Korea during World War 2. It is in great shape overall, with a beautiful ray skin covered handle and brass fittings. The pommel carries the scared Japanese Chrysanthemum, while the the sides of the backstrap have a Kiri emblem with a 5-7-5 bud arrangement signifying Korea. This Kyu Gunto style sword also has a folding leaf that is part of the crossguard that serves as a catch for securing the sword in the scabbard. As you can see from the pictures, all of the brass fittings and crossguard on this sword are very nicely made with lots of detail. There are no markings on this sword other than an "EO" inside of the diamond stamped on the face of the handguard (close up picture provided). The blade, which has a samurai sword styled blade is just a little under 28.5" inch long. It has a blood groove or fuller running almost the entire length of the blade. At one time it likely showed an artificial temper line but due to sharpening it is no longer visible. The blade on this Japanese sword is straight and very sharp, with the original tip still fully intact. The original scabbard is very attractive and in great all-original condition. It is constructed of wood with a thin decorative leather covering with 3 beautiful brass fittings, two at the top that serve as hangers, and one at the bottom to protect the tip. This is a very attractive and ornate WW2 Imperial Japanese "occupation" sword and would be an great addition to any WW2 militaria collection. This Japanese Korean occupation officers sword would display very nicely, particularly in the scabbard on a stand.
SOLD