grapppa Posted February 2, 2024 Report Posted February 2, 2024 This is a bit of an odd bird - although there apparently were many variations of the Kyu gunto. The fittings look somewhat plain - the pattern on the hilt is like police; however there are military 10 petal blossoms. And its shortish - 20" long. Reminds of a police saber lengthwise - 20". thanks in advance. Quote
ChrisW Posted February 2, 2024 Report Posted February 2, 2024 Looks like a bad fake/assemblage to me. The proportions all seem off and "squished". The scabbard might be real, but I don't think its a kyu gunto scabbard. The Tokugawa kamon on the fuchi should be a giveaway that this isn't a serious piece as well. The seppa is also hilariously thick. The backstrap and grip might be real, but they look like they've been butchered pretty badly to fit. The blade, if real, is abused and beyond saving. Stay far away from this one! 2 Quote
grapppa Posted February 2, 2024 Author Report Posted February 2, 2024 ChrisW, I very much suspected this to be a put-together example as it didnt conform to any of the known variations - at least in my 2 references (F&G, Dawson). Thank you. Quote
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