Nick H

My mistake on the blade / Nagasaki. The OAL is 27 3/8". The nakago is 5 7/8" and the Nagasaki is 21 1/4". Thanks, Nick

Sorry. I don't know what happened to the pics. I'll try again.

Additional pics as promised. Apologies for quality but I hope they help. Blade is 24 1/4" and OAL is 27 1/4". Cheers, Nick

Hi Geraint, I'll take and post some more pics early next week and thanks for you interest. All input is most welcome. Cheers.

Many thanks again Ray. Now I have a real focus for additional research. 1st generation, 2nd etc and of course to try to determine originality of the the Mei and condition assessment of the blade. Nick H

Many thanks Ray. I am a complete beginner so please forgive my ignorance. Is Yoshiuji the last name of the smith? And if so, what do we know of him or where else can I go to find out more about this Wakizahi? Originality, knowledge of the smith, period etc. Any additional feedback would be appreciated. Thanks Nick H

My first Nihonto and help would be very much appreciated with the translation of the attached mei. I hope it's real !!! Additional photos can be provided. Thanks. Nick H

Wow. Now that's a response!! Very many thanks Steven. I obviously have a learning adventure ahead of me. Thanks again.

That's great Steven , but what does it mean? What period etc. I'm told the sword was used in the Russian-Japanese war.

This is the first time I have asked for assistance anywhere on this

Just out of curiosity, what was the first opinion ??

Can anyone help identifying the attached?