Experience the exceptional craftsmanship of this katana, forged by the skilled swordsmith Masachika, who resided in Iwama, Jōshū. The sword was crafted on an auspicious day in August 1969, during the Shōwa era. Masachika’s mastery in traditional Japanese sword-making techniques is reflected in every aspect of this blade, from the balance of the sword to the aesthetic beauty of the hamon and the fittings.

Specifications
Signature : Jōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku
Shōwa yonjūyonnen hachigatsu hi (August 1969)
Blade Length (刃長): 63.1 cm
Sori (反り - Blade Curvature): 1.3 cm
Width at Base (元幅): 32.0 mm
Thickness at Base (元重): 7.0 mm
Width at Tip (先幅): 21.3 mm
Thickness at Tip (先重): 4.3 mm
Overall Length with Mountings (拵全長): 103.2 cm

Blade Characteristics
The katana features a finely detailed blade with a prominent choji-ba hamon, known for its clove-like patterns that give the blade both elegance and strength. The masame hada steel grain pattern, running in a straight grain along the blade, ensures excellent cutting performance while showcasing the swordsmith’s refined technique. Every element of the blade design reflects traditional sword-making at its finest.

Signature (Mei)
Face Side: 常州岩間住正近作 (Jōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku)
Reverse Side: 昭和四十四年八月日 (Made on an auspicious day in August 1969, Shōwa 44)
Koshirae (拵え - Mountings)
The sword is housed in a sturdy and beautifully crafted koshirae, designed to complement the blade’s functionality and traditional aesthetic. The fittings are robust, providing the perfect balance for practical use while enhancing the visual appeal of the katana.

Historical Context
The swordsmith Masachika, whose full mei reads Jōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku, was active during the Shōwa period (1926-1989). He worked primarily in the Hitachi province and was particularly active between 1968 and 1989. Masachika produced swords known for their fine craftsmanship during the later years of traditional sword-making in Japan, as swordsmiths continued the ancient practices despite the significant changes in Japanese society.

賣家的故事

我們出售來自日本的正宗日本刀
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Experience the exceptional craftsmanship of this katana, forged by the skilled swordsmith Masachika, who resided in Iwama, Jōshū. The sword was crafted on an auspicious day in August 1969, during the Shōwa era. Masachika’s mastery in traditional Japanese sword-making techniques is reflected in every aspect of this blade, from the balance of the sword to the aesthetic beauty of the hamon and the fittings.

Specifications
Signature : Jōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku
Shōwa yonjūyonnen hachigatsu hi (August 1969)
Blade Length (刃長): 63.1 cm
Sori (反り - Blade Curvature): 1.3 cm
Width at Base (元幅): 32.0 mm
Thickness at Base (元重): 7.0 mm
Width at Tip (先幅): 21.3 mm
Thickness at Tip (先重): 4.3 mm
Overall Length with Mountings (拵全長): 103.2 cm

Blade Characteristics
The katana features a finely detailed blade with a prominent choji-ba hamon, known for its clove-like patterns that give the blade both elegance and strength. The masame hada steel grain pattern, running in a straight grain along the blade, ensures excellent cutting performance while showcasing the swordsmith’s refined technique. Every element of the blade design reflects traditional sword-making at its finest.

Signature (Mei)
Face Side: 常州岩間住正近作 (Jōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku)
Reverse Side: 昭和四十四年八月日 (Made on an auspicious day in August 1969, Shōwa 44)
Koshirae (拵え - Mountings)
The sword is housed in a sturdy and beautifully crafted koshirae, designed to complement the blade’s functionality and traditional aesthetic. The fittings are robust, providing the perfect balance for practical use while enhancing the visual appeal of the katana.

Historical Context
The swordsmith Masachika, whose full mei reads Jōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku, was active during the Shōwa period (1926-1989). He worked primarily in the Hitachi province and was particularly active between 1968 and 1989. Masachika produced swords known for their fine craftsmanship during the later years of traditional sword-making in Japan, as swordsmiths continued the ancient practices despite the significant changes in Japanese society.

賣家的故事

我們出售來自日本的正宗日本刀
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時代
1900-2000
原產國
日本
材質
玉金
狀態
極好
全長
103,2 cm
大概年份
1960-1970

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免責聲明:僅用於裝飾和武術 拍賣此物品的前提是此物品僅供裝飾或練習武術之用。參與本拍賣,即表示您同意: 遵守所有適用的法律、法規和政策。 確保您使用此物品符合上述目的。 請注意,Catawiki尚未對此物品的安全或功能進行檢查。Catawiki不縱容非法活動,也不對因使用或誤用此物品而造成的任何損害或傷害負責。