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Lot 739
WWII Japanese Nobumitsu Kai Gunto Katana W/ Saya
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Manufacturer: Nobu Mitsu
Model: Kai Gunto Katana
Blade Length: 24.25 in.
OAL: 35.5 in.; 38 in. w/ Saya
Condition: Good; blade has light wear & scratches; few spots of light pitting; straight Hamon; edge has no chips; Tsuka has light-moderate wear; sharkskin wrapped handle under Ito has light wear; Saya has been repaired & painted; fittings are off
Includes: standard Naval type fittings; lacquer over the Saya & Tsuka Ito; Menuki (triple cherry blossom) under Ito (wrapping) on either side; tassel; Naval stamp on tang; blade is machine made stainless steel; replacement Sepa
Provenance: An incredible lifelong collection from a Plano, Texas gentleman
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