JAPANESE WWII HOME DEFENCE FORCE SWORD.

A rare sword produced for the last ditch attempt at repelling the expected invasion of Japan by the allies forces in late 1945. Most of the swords at this time were destroyed as weapons of no artistic value. There are photographs of many weapons mainly swords, being shovelled into furnesses. Excellent blade with a cutting edge of 25 inches. This swords was produced in August 1945 one of the last swords made during the war with Japan. There is a family Mon being 5 punched rings on the blade collar, known as the Habak. Pierced brass cross guards (tsuba). Cloth wrapping to the hilt all good but very basic. A leather covered wooded scabbard. A hugely extensively written description accompanies this sword by the well respected Liverpool Japanese sword dealer, Bill Tagg with a drawing of the blade. Photocopies of the long signature on the tang. The sale of Knives, other Edged Weapons and Firearms are restricted to those aged over 18. Verification of age is required before purchase is concluded, this will include providing a scan of photo ID including your address and in some cases may require video verification by FaceTime or WhatsApp video, at Regimentals discretion, until formal laws on this requirement are enforced in the UK.

Code: 97358