Sukesada - 39651<\/p>\n
Very nice and well preserved Gendaito Katana without flaws from the famous Bizen Osafune school. This school has a history dating back to the late 12th century. Many very talented blacksmiths worked under the forge name Sukesada in the history of Japan.<\/p>\n
Katana Mei (signature):
\nOmote side: Bizen Osafune Tomonari Rokujudai Mago Yokoyama Senryushi Sukesada
\nUra page: Taisho Gonen Sangatsu Kichijitsu Momoyama Nogi Jinja Shinzen ni oite Kore wo Kitaeru<\/p>\n
Information about the blacksmith:
\nThe name Sukesada is so well known that it can be described as one of the most outstanding representatives of Bizen Osafune.<\/p>\n
Information about the sword:
\nYear of manufacture: 1916 (Taisho)
\nNagasa (blade length): 64.8 cm
\nSori (curvature): 1.8 cm
\nSakihaba: 18.6 mm
\nSakikasane: 5.3 mm
\nMotohaba: 27.1 mm
\nMotokasane: 6.9 mm
\nBlade shape: Shinogi-zukuri, Iori-mune
\nJigane: Itame
\nHamon: Gunome
\nBoshi: Midarekomi
\nNakago: Ubu
\nWeight: 610 g (blade), 920 g (without saya)<\/p>\n
The blade has a special history. The signature on the Ura side of the blade tang means: \"In March 1916, this sword was forged before God on the grounds of Nogijinja Shrine in the Momoyama region of Kyoto\"<\/p>\n
The Nogi Shrine was opened in 1916. The sword was probably forged and consecrated for this occasion. From a Western perspective, this may only be a small detail, but for a Japanese sword it is of particular significance.<\/p>\n
The blade comes with two mounts. Shirasaya with sayagaki by Sato Kanzan and Uchigatana Koshirae with elaborate design.<\/p>\n
The tsuba is signed \"Efu Ju Akao Yoshitsugu\". Akao Yoshitsugu worked in the Edo period and is known for his high-quality work.<\/p>\n
Taking into account the condition, origin and historical background, the NBTHK granted Tokubetsu status to this beautiful sword and issued the corresponding certificate.<\/p>\n
This sword is currently still in Japan. We will take care of the import process if you decide to buy it.<\/p>\n