In addition, the puddled steel (and all swords not made from tama hagane) was made of a single piece of steel forged to shape. The most important WW2 Japanese sword makers were in Seki, Nippon to Denshujo, and the Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo. There was a traditional sword guard or tsuba, and all the traditional metal fittings were present. Both versions will have a genuine leather cover for the Kyu Gunto mounts. $55.00. All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. Puddled steelsteel from railroad rails used to make Japanese sword blades | Privacy, The standard Japanese Army or gunto-style sword mounting circa 1932 included a wood scabbard covered with a metal sheath lacquered a shade of khaki. Traditional tama hagane swords comprised about 6-to-7 percent of the output. Some listed items may not be legal in every state. Traditional versions used Honoki wood. (Preservation scabbards/wooden sword)Back to Top. WW2 Japanese Arisaka Leather Belt Ammo & Grenade Pouch & Bayonet Frog -Repro G45. There are different types of polishing schools and different types of finishes on a sword. $237.50 + $33.15 shipping. WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for Japanese, Late WW2 Katana Army Officer's Sword Scabbard at the best online prices at eBay! These sword company logos do not necessarily indicate that the company made the sword. Sellers declare the item's customs value and must comply with customs declaration laws. WebSJ1003cxdw. *KOTO* WWII Japanese Samurai Sword Officer SHIN GUNTO KATANA NIHONTO WW2 BLADE. WebThe sword is in very nice original condition. WebImperial Japanese Army (IJA) Type 95 NCO Shin Gunto. WW2 Japanese Arisaka Leather Belt Ammo & Grenade Pouch & Bayonet Frog -Repro G45. Approximate length: 30?. The Manchurian Railway Co. in Manchuria made specialty steels and used them for swords. All rights reserved. wood saya, some with leather scabbard covers. Scabbard in very nice condition. Your country's customs office can offer more details, or visit eBay's page on. This is attached to the braided cord or Sageo. of blades for the Navy was the Toyokawa Naval Arsenal. Some maybe oil tempered (? These sword company logos do not necessarily indicate that Please see our. The world's most powerful firearm database, Discussion forums for GunBroker.com users. The Diet asked him to help make swords and train swordsmiths. What should I look for when buying a katana? Seki was home to 350 licensed swordsmiths as well as a large number of associated craftsmen. Despite no longer in use, these swords play an important part in history as they remind us of the ancient Japanese traditions, values, and of a time when honor and national pride were something to cherish and hold dearly. Itsimpossible for us toguaranteethat this will not happen. The Japanese were always known for their excellent swordsmanship. or manufacturing numbers; they are not serial numbers of blades as issued to specific soldiers. You must contact the seller to resolve any questions or concerns before placing a bid. Features real Damascus steel with a heat-treated black finish and is built to perform with a razor sharp edge. The cross guard and pommel cap have matching cherry blossom motifs. Collectable Japanese Swords & Sabres, Samurai Collectable Japanese Katanas; Solid, heavy, and well proportioned. This meant that the new military sword had a striking resemblance to the classic Samurai sword, most notably a tachi that was common in the Kamakura period (1185-1332). These late 1944 style swords, sometimes (although incorrectly) called "Marine mounts" have dark brown, rough textured lacquered wood scabbards; dark brown, lacquered "burlap" ito and iron fixtures with a stippled finish which are painted black. With Imperial Japan slowly following in the footsteps of the rest of the world, entering boldly into the 20th century, it was clear that many of their aged traditions and lifestyles would inevitably have to change. Sword production then resumed slowly and, by 1964 when the Tokyo Olympics was held, there was finally a healthy market in Japan again for newly made swords, or gendaito. This is a beautiful and popular style for fine mounts. Can anyone point me to where I might find one? WebEnd of Edo Yoshitsugu Katana with WWII Officers Leather Scabbard (SOLD) This sword has now been SOLD. Hamontemper line WebWw2 Japanese Army Officer's Shin Gunto Sword Type 98 With Brown Scabbard 1 Reviews Free U.S. There were many very good smiths scattered around Japan whose work is valuable today. WebJAPANESE WWII JAPANESE SWORD W/LEATHER SCABBARD - C49851 SKU: C49851 $850.00 $765.00 (You save $85.00) MILITARIA - JAPANESE - EDGED WEAPONS - The Shin Gunt was perhaps the first truly mass-produced military sword in Japan. Nihont Antiques 2022. Colonial swords generally have machine made, chrome plated blades with etched hamon; however, a hand-forged blade may be found in colonial mounts. WebThis WW2 German Army Non Commissioned Officer's Sword and Scabbard is made from high carbon steel. WebUp for Auction we are offering a wonderful Scarce Original WWII Japanese Imperial Navy (JIN) M-1883 Naval officer's Dagger with Scabbard! Higher-end Saya is fitted with water buffalo horn parts. 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Any U.S. soldier who wanted a souvenir sword simply went to the armory and picked out whatever he desired. There are a few dings and what not in the blade. This reduced the costs and time involved in making the swords, which was important because officers had to buy the swords from the various forging groups. The scabbards (saya) of shin-gunto swords are usually brown painted metal, although it is not uncommon to find tan, navy blue or black saya. Also, known as a Russo Japanese war Murato (Field Officers sword) typically utilized from 1886 through ww2 period. (Aram Compeau image). Many variations are found in the scabbards of kyu-gunto swords including chromed metal, lacquered wood or leather covered wood with brass fixtures. WebUp for Auction we are offering a wonderful Scarce Original WWII Japanese Imperial Navy (JIN) M-1883 Naval officer's Dagger with Scabbard! By the time war was drawing to a close, military swords were poor in quality and common in the ranks. Jihadablade surface pattern Be the first to know of our latest discoveries and exclusive offers. WebA short GUNTO for the crew.The scabbard is covered with a leather cover.The blade is a modified Wakizashi Samurai Sword from the Edo period.It is made in the traditional The difference from the Ky gunt is immediately apparent: Japans rising nationalism and pride required a return to the old roots. Overall the polish on theblade has however degraded, with some signs of light speckling and overall wear from cleaning. WebA great service used handmade Japanese Type 98 Shin-gunto by a known maker, this is a real USGI bring-back from WWII, ready to display and cherish! Instead, Japanese soldiers were issued several distinct swords with slight differences amongst them. For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. The Tenshozan Tanrenjo also made Naval dirks. Whats the difference between a katana and a wakizashi. WebWwii Japanese Army Officer's Shin Gunto Samurai Sword Type 98 With Black Leather Scabbard. Many, perhaps most, of the blades found in shin-gunto mounts are NOT traditionally made swords. The blade measures 8 1/4 inches long. WebSome WW II era sword companies used specific logo on the scabbards and/or koshirae which they made or sold. It has a single hanger ring,and is reduced in length to fit the shorter blade. Lets learn more about the Japanese swords used in World War 2. Rare 1st Type with matching numbers "4428" on blade and scabbard. But the Japanese thought otherwise and issued special military swords akin to the uchigatana of their past. $ 1,395.00. Swords with stamps on their nakago (tangs) were made using non-traditional methods or materials, possible exceptions being some gendaito which bear star (Jumei Tosho) stamps, although this too is debated. Tokyo First Arsenal blade numbers. Designed for use by officers in the Imperial Japanese Army, the Type 94 sword introduced in 1934 boasted many traditional features. - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, Japanese, Late WW2 Katana Army Officer's Sword Scabbard, - for PayPal Credit, opens in a new window or tab, about earning points with eBay Mastercard, Report this item - opens in new window or tab. The scabbards can be covered with lacquered sharkskin, rayskin or are sometimes simply lacquered black. View cart for details. Still, some blades were handmade, but not by traditional Japanese methods. Need to email the seller? Nationalism flared amongst the officer corps and the common soldiers, causing the traditional Japanese swords to once again become popular. Overall in very good condition. The condition the sword is in is also very important. Prior to 1945, NCO shin-gunto, non-commissioned officers swords, have all metal tsukas (handles) made to resemble the traditionally cloth wrapped shin-gunto swords. Antique blades are occasionally encountered in shin-gunto mounts. Because of this, most of the Japanese swords used in World War 2 were machine made, with many manufactured by the Toyokawa Naval Arsenal, a major production facility for light arms and ammunition for the Imperial Japanese Navy. Using puddled steel avoided the time necessary to make tama hagane and to fold it 12 times to give the steel the proper qualities. Sales tax collected based on ship to address. A Shin-Gunt (, new military sword) isa weapon and symbol of rank used by the Imperial Japanese Army between the years of 1935 and 1945. by Wayne Goddard Many will have leather field covers as well. Still, the Japanese soldier of today does not carry a Japanese katana, a clear sign of the modern times and the rapid changing of battlefield practices. ALL SAYA LAQUER IS DONE EXCLUSIVELY BY WALTER HOSTTETER AS PER NIHONTO ANTIQUES STANDARDS. A+, Berlin Police \ Polizei Patch, DIR 4 OS 16 (#234854029329), USAREUR OR USAREUR HONOR GUARD, Military Police Helmet Liner Decal (#234870026328), Prompt, well packed and as promised. Approximate Cost for Mounting a sword is around $1700.00. Good blade with nice straight temper line and in decent overall condition with some wear and graying. Older blades are made of steel and can be confirmed using a magnet. Some of them included Nagamitsu in Okayama, Takeshita Yasukuni in Hokaido, the Horii family in Hokaido, the Gassan family in Osaka, Minimoto Yoshichika, Masakiyo, Takahashi Yoshimune, and many others, as well as swords signed Koa Isshin Mantetsu saku made by Manchurian Railway Co. All Japanese sword production stopped in 1945 and was illegal until the U.S. occupation ended in 1953. The blade collar (habaki) looks to bebronze alloy, maybe with some plating. signed on the nakago "Tenshozan Tanrenjo" (see nakago at left) and marked with an anchor stamp. *KOTO* WWII Japanese Samurai Sword Officer SHIN GUNTO KATANA NIHONTO WW2 BLADE. Original Japanese WWII Imperial Japanese Army Type 92 Field Telephones - Set of (2) Units. The first model had an unpainted copper hilt. But a good all around buy. Please note: Swords that are in full polish aredifficult to make newKoshirae for, and can get scuffed at times. Privacy Settings Etsy uses cookies and similar In the 1940s, Seki shipped about 18,000 mounted swords a month to the military organizations. ON HOLD JP0223 Imperial Japanese Navy Sword . These swords were issued to the officers of the Navy, Army, and the Cavalry, and like many swords of the period, they possessed numerous subtle differences in production. Handle is a lil large along with the blade base being a large flaring. The scabbard is wood with brass fittings and a leather scabbard cover. In the end, they were made simply from wood. This item is no longer available for purchase. However, in comparing World War II-era swords to older swords and to swords made after 1960, there are clear differences. The swords from the Denshujo are of very strong interest to collectors, as well as any Yoshihara sword from this period, and also any swords made by the Denshujos chief instructor, Kasama Shigetsugu, and its founder, Kurihara Akihide. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Late in the war era, two other styles of shin-gunto mounts were produced. The best and most valuable swords were made from tamahagane while others were made from puddled steel, a type of steel made in Europe from the late 1800s to early 1900s. in Kanagawa prefecture. Research indicates that these were specially made for the tighter quarters of Tanks and Aircraft, where every inch counts. 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