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unusual long D Guard


Volker62

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Hi Guys

 

Got recently a very nice D-Guard sword, early Meiji Periode which has a long, (two hand Hands) Handle.

 

The  D-Guard  bow has a solid/ integrated fuchi.....!

 

It looks like, it was made from one piece....very costly

 

 

Can give someone give me more information?

 

Most unusual.

 

Thank you in Advance!!

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Dear Volker.

 

I only have a couple of these but here are some thoughts.  As a craftsman when I look at your photographs I jump to the assumption that the fuchi is in fact a separate piece which is silver soldered to the D guard.  This does not make it any the less rare but it does mean that the whole assembly is not made from one piece.  I am also intrigued by the square hole in the guard.  If that is for a latch then it is also an unusual placement, or should I say one that I have not noted.

 

Looking forward to what others can add to this one.

 

All the best.

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