DebraB

Here is a pic of the largest nick. The others are much much smaller. Im curious as to value as is and restored? And what a professional restoration would cost? What does the side worn next to the hip say?what is written on the saya say? Any and all information would be greatly appreciated because this sword has been in my life for 20 plus years now and this is the first time anyone has been able to tell me anything about it that is correct.

Raymondsinger, thank you so much. I was wondering, is it a katana or a wakizashi (hope its spelled right)

John, its been that bad for years. Hubby just talked me into oiling it. Doubt i will ever sell it but, everything has a price. Lol. I would love to restore it but, doubt i could afford it. I also feel it may be de-valued (if there was any value) due to a nick in the cutting edge.

FINALLY got the pics posted.

Im having issues here. Lol. Im using my phone, do i need to be on a pc instead? I cant find/see a "more reply options" option.

I inherited this sword from my late husband. It was given to him by an uncle that had been overseas. By the late husband's description, it was in more or less perfect condition when he got it in approximately 1970. However, the pictures show what happens when a sword is given to a 10 y.o. boy. That is the extent of his knowledge of the sword. Ive had an older Japanese woman look at it and all she could tell me was that it was very old Japanese and she couldnt read it. It measures 25 inches in total with a cutting edge that is just over 19 inches long.