Virginian Posted March 8, 2019 Report Posted March 8, 2019 This is the marking on a sword my grandfather captured during WWII. I posted it in the military sword page, but was told it was a civilian sword. One member said it looks like Munetada. I'm looking for confirmation of this and more info on the possible swordsmith. Thanks, George VO Quote
ROKUJURO Posted March 8, 2019 Report Posted March 8, 2019 George,can we see the whole (naked) blade and details? The MEI is not everything. Quote
Ray Singer Posted March 8, 2019 Report Posted March 8, 2019 The mei does appear to read Munetada. As Jean said, I would be helpful to see the entire nakago. Quote
ROKUJURO Posted March 8, 2019 Report Posted March 8, 2019 Stephen,yes, I thought so also, but it is not really pronounced, so we have to see the whole blade. Quote
Virginian Posted March 8, 2019 Author Report Posted March 8, 2019 Thanks for the help guys. I'm sorry, but I no longer have the pictures of the sword on my phone. If you go to the "Military Swords of Japan" section and look at my post titled "Captured WWII Sword", you will see complete photos. Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks again. George VO Quote
Stephen Posted March 8, 2019 Report Posted March 8, 2019 wth Michael's research and thumbnail maybe combine these mods?\ http://www.militaria.co.za/nmb/topic/27429-captured-wwii-sword/?do=findComment&comment=285193 Quote
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