ABOUT US: At Supein Nihonto we strive to bring you high quality samurai swords and armors at prices far below the competition. We are probably the largest exporter in Europe and we are proud to anunce that we are number one TOP SELLER in Catawiki Samurai and Japanese auctions. This is especially important to save on taxes and waiting times that can exceed four months deliveries with Japanese sellers also headaches with tedious and sometimes problematic processes that further lengthen deliveries, even returning the parcel to its origin and more than 35% extra on the final price due the customs, tariffs and fees that increase the product but not the quality and the future resell. We are also professional sellers and therefore our satisfaction guarantee, knowledge and standards are superior to private sellers and with higher after sales guarantees. Thanks to this and the lowest professional prices in the industry plus our fast and efficient shipping method which rarely exceeds three days delivery in Europe, we are sure you will enjoy this great opportunity to own a piece of art that will appreciate in value for years to come and a great investment. Trust us to enjoy the samurai art. BUY IT NOW PRICE:To celebrate the new buy it now option, implemented on catawiki so that buyers do not have to wait until the end of the auction to win an item or start a bidding war that can raise the final price a lot, we want to boost sales so you can get pieces for only 5% above the reserve value, so by simply clicking on the buy it now button you can get the item at the minimum reserve price plus 5%. With a simple counter bid plus your next one you would end up paying much more, so for now we will implement this new option with prices well below market as we always strive to do in Supein nihonto. ITEM DESCRIPTION: Comes with kimono or cotton bag. Comes with Authenticy certificate from Supein Nihonto. It comes with prefecture papers copy. It comes with certificate origami 日本古美術鑑定会社 Nihon Kobijutsu Kantei Kaisha. Nice Gendaito long sword signed "魚延 Uonobu" and dated "1945 February" with the seki stamp. The sword is preserved in a magnificent condition with a beautiful hamon that changes when changing the prespective and light, the sword is in a very good polished condition. It also has a beautiful koshirae with motifs of dragonflies (tombo) on the fuchi, kashira and menukis. Complete the koshirae a black lacquered saya in very good condition and an iron mokko tsuba. It probably belonged to a high rank officer and participated in the Second World War. Only high ranking officers had handmade swords during the Second World War, except for soldiers who wore old family swords, due to its high cost of manufacture and its long process. So this is a fantastic piece for both samurai art and WWII lovers. The sword was acquired at an auction for professionals in Tokyo and was probably sold by one of the heirs. Gendaito are traditionally made Japanese swords forged from swordsmiths working after the Meiji period. These swords were made using fully traditional methods and those swordsmiths who were approved to forge gendaito during WWII were designated Rikugen Jumei Tosho. While for many years Showa period blades were overlooked, a number of exhibitions such as the first showing of Yasukuni-to, demonstrated the high level of craftsmanship exhibited in these swords. Some are extraordinarily impressive examples modelled on classical works (koto utushimono of smiths such as the Bizen Nagamitsu and the Ichimonji school). The blade is in old japanese polish remaining in good condition, the jihada of the steel is detailed and full of details to appreciate. A masterpiece Worthly a museum and a great addition to any private collection. Blade is in very good condition due to aging. Not hagire and not fatal damage, of course. This is a japanese weapon so have a real historical value. This is a weapon with centuries, not machine crafted so can be minor movements of saya, tsuka, tsuba, etc. Because of dilatation, humidity, etc. and little damages propers of his age like small rust, scratches, etc.. Sold as is. An Authentic nihonto japanese sword, difficult to find in Europe, without the consequent costs of importing from Japan or from Japanese sellers, which can increase the price of the sword by up to 30% and a months waiting for shipment and custom paperwork. A truly real nihonto to delight both new and experienced collectors. All my swords are originals, imported from japan and Europe during many years of collection. All bids are binding, if you are not interested don't let other bidders miss the opportunity. Winning the auction and not paying for the item blocks you from bidding on catawiki on any auction forever, keep this in mind before bidding. Please see my other samurai swords and items clicking on my seller name. Combine shipping avaliable. Size: Koshirae Full length: 100 cm Blade length: 62,2 cm Sori: 1,4 cm