Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Late War Katana Samurai Sword by YOSHIHIDE in Steel Scabbard - dated 1945 Category_Snider Rifle Accessories It is also nicely stamped:

It is also nicely stamped:

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The rod is made of hardwood in two pieces that screw together with brass ferrules

A most interesting item

The rifle is in near excellent condition with great amounts of the original finish remaining and looks as if it has come right out of very long term storage

Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Late War Katana Samurai Sword by YOSHIHIDE in Steel Scabbard - dated 1945 Category_Snider Rifle Accessories It is also nicely stamped:Original Item: Only One Available. Purchased directly from a veteran's family this is a very good condition Japanese officer katana. The blade is old, we are told ancient, due to a few tell tale characteristics that include: Double hole tang. Tang is signed by the maker (MEI) and dated (NENGO) Holes in tang are punch not drilled Folded steel blade (fold lines are evident on the spine) Visible temper line ("hamon"). Offered in good condition with a