Ecclesiastical

Thank you all so much for your insights! I have no expertise in Japanese swords but I do trade/collect old masters and gilded bronze works from the 18/19th century. And something about this sword feels off too me in terms of it's components, it feels a little but put together. I will have pictures posted of the Tsuka shortly. But are there any other images which could help discern the quality of this sword better? Let me know! I suppose the only way to judge it properly is to have it viewed in person. I will look into this, but am located in Sweden and fear that there may be a lack of specialists here. Lastly, is there any point in trying to remove the Habaki? or am I better off just leaving it as it is? Thank you, Marcus.

Thanks, Added some, let me know if more are needed!

Hi, I'm researching a sword in my family. It is likely a falsification, it is double edged, has letters on the blade. and has nothing normal about it. the saya is however beautifully carved and lacquered. I'd appreciate any and all help in translating these inscriptions. Thanks, I will post the blade inscription in the reply under.