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Old 15th November 2017, 06:31 AM   #1
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I suspected that. Nevertheless, the fact that is a Showa blade, doesn't mean it cannot be a good and valuable blade!
hi, yes its does look to be a good blade and the whole sword is very good condition. I expect military collectors would be interested
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Old 15th November 2017, 08:13 AM   #2
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hi, yes its does look to be a good blade and the whole sword is very good condition. I expect military collectors would be interested
Chiefheadknocker, we don't talk about money here. Please read the forum rules.

Very nice sword btw.
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Old 15th November 2017, 05:04 PM   #3
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Chiefheadknocker, we don't talk about money here. Please read the forum rules.

Very nice sword btw.
oh sorry about that ,I didn't realise
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Old 15th November 2017, 08:17 PM   #4
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Let's say it is in a desired condition for WW2 collectors.
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Old 16th November 2017, 12:15 AM   #5
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And if gendaito, hen it would be considered nihonto and not machine made military, which would raise the value considerably.
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Old 16th November 2017, 08:04 AM   #6
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As a general rule gendaito (hand forged) don't have a Showa or Seki stamp, they can have a star or a tan stamp & a few others. I suggest your sword is a machine made gunto with oil temper, still a nice condition sword.

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