Description

This is a katana by the 11th generation Izuminokami Kanesada, a famous swordsmith known for his association with Hijikata Toshizo. Made in Keio 1 (1865) after the Kinmon Incident, it is believed to be a reward from the shogunate for military achievements. The blade features a masame hada and a wild temper line, similar to Hijikata's sword.

和泉守兼定11th

和泉守兼定11th

Katana

¥2,900,000

Specifications

Nagasa

67.8 cm

Sori

1.66 cm

Motohaba

3.05 cm

Sakihaba

2.1 cm

Dealer

Hyozaemon

hyozaemon.jp