Shin-gunto by Kanetaka
Signature: No Shu Seki No Ju Matsu Da Kanetaka Saku.
Year Made: WW II era
Forging Pattern: Muji
Tempering Pattern: Midare, oil quenched
Dimensions:  Blade Length:  26.375 inches  Nakago: 5.625 inches 7 mm thick and 31 mm wide at Hamachi
Mountings:  High quality '24 pattern shin-gunto mounts. The Fuchi and Kabuto-gane appear to have been cleaned down to their copper base, ito is worn but intact. The saya has had the paint removed by what appears to be a high speed buffer. High quality sukashi style tsuba and seppa with all matching numbers.
Overall Condition: Good, hefty oil quenched sword with some shallow pitting, a few small chips and some scuffing. Blade appears to have been cleaned at some point. Showa stamp on nakago.
Item: 1006gunto1

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