This is an unsigned katana from the early Edo period, exhibiting the distinctive proportions of the Kanbun style with a length of 63.3 cm and shallow sori. It comes complete with a period koshirae featuring a striking vermilion lacquer saya, an iron openwork tsuba, and fuchi-kashira depicting sparrows among bamboo. The blade is currently in an older polish, but its sound geometry suggests it would benefit greatly from a foundation polish and potential NBTHK certification.
NihontoWatchmumei · Edo · nagasa 63.3cm · sori 1.2cm
The Edo period (1615 to 1868)
Under the Tokugawa peace the daishō became a regulated uniform, and demand gathered in the castle towns, above all Edo itself. The craft split two ways: brilliant display work for connoisseurs, and tested blades whose cutting results were sometimes inlaid in gold.
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
Returns/exchanges only for manufactured defects or incorrect products; notify within 72 hours of delivery. Cancellation only within 2 hours of placing. Customer pays return shipping. Refund within 3 business days of package arrival.
$3,200
This is an unsigned katana from the early Edo period, exhibiting the distinctive proportions of the Kanbun style with a length of 63.3 cm and shallow sori. It comes complete with a period koshirae featuring a striking vermilion lacquer saya, an iron openwork tsuba, and fuchi-kashira depicting sparrows among bamboo. The blade is currently in an older polish, but its sound geometry suggests it would benefit greatly from a foundation polish and potential NBTHK certification.
NihontoWatchmumei · Edo · nagasa 63.3cm · sori 1.2cm
The Edo period (1615 to 1868)
Under the Tokugawa peace the daishō became a regulated uniform, and demand gathered in the castle towns, above all Edo itself. The craft split two ways: brilliant display work for connoisseurs, and tested blades whose cutting results were sometimes inlaid in gold.
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
Returns/exchanges only for manufactured defects or incorrect products; notify within 72 hours of delivery. Cancellation only within 2 hours of placing. Customer pays return shipping. Refund within 3 business days of package arrival.
$3,200
