Another one from Grandpa’s collection
This one is unsigned.
Any thoughts on age or origin?
The other nihonto have visible harmon. This one doesn’t and I’m not sure what to make of the engraving on the blade. Possibly old but entirely ceremonial?
Third blade from Grandpa’s collection
This one may be the pair with the wood sheathed wakizashi I posted earlier.
Any thoughts on age or origin?
Especially grateful if anyone can translate the kanji on the tang OR the sheathe.
Another one from Grandpa’s collection
Any thoughts on age or origin?
Especially grateful if anyone can translate the kanji on the tang.
Another day, another “can anyone tell me about this sword?” post
Grandpa actually brought back several blades from Japan so this will be the first of several posts.
This is the most distinctive one - no tsuba, no menuki, nothing but plain wood.
Any thoughts on age or origin?
Especially grateful if anyone can translate the kanji on the tang.