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WWII JAPANESE TAKANA TAKE HOME PRIZE
WWII JAPANESE TAKANA TAKE HOME PRIZE
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39" LONG

This is a World War II-era Japanese katana, possibly a military officer's sword. These swords were often taken as souvenirs by Allied soldiers after the war and are known as "bring-back" items or war trophies.
  1. Menuki (Ornaments):

    • Under the wrapping, you can see small decorative elements (menuki), which were often added for both decoration and grip enhancement. The floral motifs are a common theme and might indicate a traditional Japanese design.
  2. Tsuba (Guard):

    • The tsuba is richly decorated with intricate floral patterns, suggesting it might have been made for an officer or someone of higher rank. Such designs were common in military swords (gunto) during World War II, blending traditional aesthetics with functional purposes.
  3. Fuchi and Kashira (Collar and Pommel):

    • The fuchi (collar at the base of the handle) and kashira (pommel) have visible metallic accents, likely made of brass or copper alloys. Their ornate designs further hint at a higher-quality military blade.

This sword likely belongs to the Shin-Gunto category, standard issue for Japanese officers during World War II. Shin-Gunto swords often combined traditional sword-making techniques with modern manufacturing, with many blades being made by smiths in traditional styles

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WWII JAPANESE TAKANA TAKE HOME PRIZE

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