This wakizashi measures 20 7/8" overall while mounted in the shirasaya. The blade itself measures 14 1/2" with a slightly irregular hamon. Copper habaki with a nakago that has a single mekugi-ana and two-character signature. As stated, the blade is mounted in a shirasaya. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: there is a tag that comes with the sword that was originally attached with a plethora of Japanese characters and a serial number. There is also a small collector tag that reads "SIGNED YOSHINAO". CONDITION: blade has a very good polish but does show a few forging flaws that do not detract from the stability of the blade. The shirasaya shows storage wear only. (02-23629/BF). NON-GUN. $300-500.
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