WWII Type 98 Japanese Shin-gunto Army Officer Sword

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　　　 Japanese MILITARY Sword The length from the tip to the notch at the back is 28 ½" (76 cm). The curvature is ½" (1.1 cm). The length of the tang is 8 ¼" (21 cm) and the overall length of the sword in its mounts is 42" (107 cm). The blade is 5/16" by 1 1/16" at the notches and ¼" by 11/16" at the point(1cm=0.394inch)net weight 2.2 Shin-gunto, army officers swords , are the most common style of sword mountings from the World War II era , which were made using traditional methods . It has the most common style 98 of military sword mountings , this blade with a serial number 05736 ! Sword with stamp on their nakago (tangs)carried by military soldier ! TSUBA(guard)handmade guard used to protect the hand from sliding onto the blade of the sword , made by specialized kodogu and tosogu (sword fittings) BLADE SHINOGI-ZUKURI with a high quality blade to promote quickness and balance with a long haagai tang marked the ancestor's name 山本太郎 ! I am pretty much certain that this sword has a blade that was made many years before the war ! I am sure you can see the value in the old sword ! The actual item is the same with the pictures , if you really like it , please don't miss it , good luck to you ! Please don't use anything to polish the blade and the tang , or its original value will be damaged ! 　　 JAPANESE SWORD CARE GUIDE Traditionally, the Japanese sword has been a most important treasure of the Japanese people. We should do what we can to preserve it in order to pay respect to our ancestors who created such a great form of art. Swords must be treated with utmost caution so as not to injure the handler. Precautions to protect them from scratches and rust are also necessary. Do not attempt to sharpen the blade. The use of sharpening stones or (heaven forbid) a grinding wheel can cause the total destruction of the sword from a collectors standpoint. It takes special training skill and tools to properly polish and sharpen the sword. Improper polishing can ruin the artistic and monetary value of a sword Do not use sandpaper, emory paper, steel wool or any abrasive materials on any part of the blade including the tang (nakago). These will scratch the blade and detract from its beauty. Preventing Rust Rust is the major enemy of the Japanese sword blade. The best course of action is to prevent rust rather than to have to remove it. If possible the sword should be kept at relatively constant temperature and humidity. A thin coat of a light, non-acidic lubricating oil is all that is needed. Sword supply shops sell a special oil, CHOJI OIL, for this use. It protects well and has a nice aroma also. The blade should be re-oiled occasionally to prevent the old oil from becoming gummy. Wipe the old oil off with a clean, soft, WHITE cloth or tissue paper. Don't use colored materials as the oil may cause the color to "bleed" onto the sword and stain it. Gentle wiping action is all that is required not vigorous rubbing. Don't "soak" the blade with oil, just use a very light coating ! 　　 1 > PAYMENT : ONLY PAYPAL ( NO OTHER METHODS ) Please pay within 48 hours after auction ended 2 > SHIPMENT : Express oversea shipping (5-7 days) Canada&USA(USPS$40) Europe/UK(EMS$45) insurance$5 is required We are happy to combine as many auctions as you win.Each additional sword add another $35 Europe/UK$45 for express combined shipping ! 3 > RETURN POLICY : Authentic Japanese sword, sincere buyer only. If you are not fully satisfied with our products. All items can ship within 5 days for refund. please note that the Shipping charge is not refundable and you should pay for the listing fees and final value fees ! Be sure to add us to your favorites list ! 　 Welcome to last-warrior-2010 Good Luck To You ! read more

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