Description: Japanese Edo Wakizashi 脇差 ōtanto Sword Signed 'Kanenor' Shinto Seki School, FineWonderful Antique & Historic Japanese Edo (1603-1868) Period Wakizashi / ōtanto Sword Signed 'Kanenor' Shinto Seki School, this Exceptional Find Displays a True Old World Craftsmanship, Rests in Shirasaya (Resting Mounts / literally "White Sheath", modern not Edo Period); Exquisite Early Well Style Blade Exhibits an Incredible and Frosty Hamon (Temper Line) Wavy and Into the Tip & Grain; Tang Signed Kanenor - Museum Quality Candidate Remains in Superb Polish Showing High Grain Appeal with the Blade Measuring 13 Inches (Exquisite Decorative Silver Habaki is easy to remove), 17 1/4 from the Tip to the Top of the Tang, 18 7/8 with the Tsuka (handle) Mounted, and 19 7/8 Resting in the Saya - Fine Condition as Photographed with minimal wear seen, A Family Treasure without Question and Registered with The Ehime Prefecture in September 1971 and Measured as a Wakizashi at nearly the shortest length making this closer to a large Tanto. Exceptional and Eye Catching Candidate for Display in any Advance Edged Weapons Collection, Office, or Martial Arts Room, This Special Example Will Certainly Add to Any Collection of Fine Antique Weapons - Recent Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Rarer Fine Higher Grade Signed Example (Photo 24 Digital Reference - Translation of Included Copy of The Prefecture Registration Certificate - Not an NBTHK Certificate) - The Display Stand is Not IncludedCheck back often - we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria.Guaranteed Authentic PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE BUYING - If you purchase multiple items please wait for a combined invoice before paying.- Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed - further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask.- Payment is due within 3 business days after the close of the auction- New Ebayers (10 or less feedback) must contact me prior to bidding; otherwise bids will be cancelled.- I describe all items to the best of my ability - please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing.- If for any reason you do not feel you can leave perfect positive feedback please immediately contact me so that I may have the opportunity to resolve the matter.- Mistakes very rarely occur - however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected.- International Buyers are Welcome! Please contact me if you have any question regarding shipping costs.- All packages are shipped USPS based on the dimensions, weight, & service - there is a $1.00 handling fee added to all packages to cover packing materials.- I generally ship within the stated handling time but this may not always be possible; if for some reason your package is going to be delayed I will immediately inform you and give you a full refund on shipping.
Price: 1740 USD
Location: Avon, Colorado
End Time: 2024-10-05T17:58:31.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Kanemoto
Blade Material: Damascus Steel
Tang: Full
Dexterity: Ambidextrous
Type: Wakizashi
Color: Silver
Original/Reproduction: Original
Style: Japanese
Theme: Samurai
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Edge: Single
Handle Material: Wood