Need Help With My Antique Japanese Sword

[Lydiascabinet]

I dont know much about Japanese swords but liked this one. I thought the damask in the blade was beautiful. I took the handle off and found 3 characters. I posted photos on my Facebook page. Here is a link, thank you gordon. https://www.facebook.com/lydiascabinet/posts/212923902378279

[obiwanknabbe]

Sorry my friend, you have a Chinese fake. Please see the attached file. We always recommend that you buy books before you buy blades. Its the best way to avoid getting burnt. 

 

http://jssus.org/nkp/fake_japanese_swords.html

 

Regards,

 

Kurt K

[Lydiascabinet]

Thank you know i know.