Shin Shinto of non-commissioned officers of the Japanese Army during WW2. Very heavy greatsword for slashing. Very sharp blade according to the standards of the swords maintenance in Japan. Normally this type of swords were modified according to the traditions of the military family, keeping their rites reminiscent of their samurai ancestors. These swords instilled fear in the enemy when unsheathed. Sword condition: This sword, recognized as Shin Gunto Naval from SEKI landing troopa IJA japanese army , with a cut length (nagasa) of 65 cm, is in an acceptable condition having been stored in an attic for several centuries, suffering from the contingencies of the climate of the islands of Japan, with a level of humidity very high especially on the coasts, Technical characteristics: Signature: (swordsman Signed) The original polished blade Habaki: Simple habaki rolled in bronze. Blade length:　71　cm Sori: 1.5 cm. Kissaki: Long Mekugi:　1 Width at hamachi: 2.55 cm or 1.0 inches. Kasane: 0.58 cm or 0.22 inches. Era: Showa From: Japan Hamon: Hasiri do Guarantee: All our swords are delivered with a certificate of authenticity along with the documents of origin (if you have them). Shipping of our items: The shipping of our items has the advantage for the buyer that if more than one piece is purchased, the shipping will be unified to avoid charging more for it. It is sent through a transport company specialized in works of art, our swords are sent with a packaging prepared for the immobilization and cushioning of the sword as well as a moisture-proof packaging, maintaining the lubricant with which the swords are prepared after the adjustment and quality control We, Samurai World: Simply to finish, we want to thank you for your trust in us and tell you that very soon we will increase our professional preparation parallel to our studies in the art and preservation of the Japanese sword with a studio in the restoration and manufacture of Japanese swords directed by celebrities in the Matter, we will soon inform you about it, we are sure that these efforts will create greater confidence in our clients since we will be able to offer them restorations at prices within everyone's reach and not like today where they charge per square centimeter, leaving it impossible to pay, We are sure that we will soon reach the important number of 1,000 clients in the last 8 years at Catawiki. Please check for possible scratches or pits on the blade!!!!