Thanks sean, Your email address will not be published. The overall swords are getting better. Sometimes they get irate. (NOTE: Some swords may have two mekugi - one near the guard and the other near the end of the hilt. Even non-mechanical artsy-fartsy stuff. This product is available for international shipping. An elite marksman. As we have a grater passion for and preservation in mind rather then profits as a dealer does. Most soldiers and citizens surrendered their swords to the American occupying forces. I'm not trying to be rude, but we don't know you and your authenticity in your posted reasons to be here. Based on my research the sword meets all the criteria of an authentic WWII Shin-Gunto Type 95 with one exception which is confusing me. of forging the blade using multiple folds,etc. Every musket, rifle, display machine gun, machine gun parts set or gun sold by IMA, Inc is engineered to be inoperable according to guidelines provided by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF). As above100% fakejust look at the fit on the saya throatBut yes they are getting betterBought a sword at a recent big militaria fair,actually two swordsleft them with the sellers instead of carrying them around when I came to pick them up was approached by a very polite Chinese fella who offered to buy them at a premium off meHe didn't hide anything said he was sending them back to ChinaAt the end of the show he had bags fullhe looked like ' Buckin Bronco ' carrying them away ! Typically it is for food and baby goods and it is actually a livelihood. Overall a very nice condition WW2 Type 95 NCO Katana that will appreciate in value over the coming years. Funny story Paul. WW2 Imperial Japanese Type 95 pattern Army NCO's sword, sold In good condition and with matching sword vs scabbard serial numbers, this is a 100% guaranteed authentic WW2 Imperial Japanese Type 95 pattern Army NCO's sword / katana. Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. Mauser 99 in post 15 look to the scabbard throat and you should see the brass sleeve visible.Also with the MountCastle example the paint still looked fresh in the overly large fake serial number on the throat..Shame really because the one that is on the site with a painted hilt but marked sold is a real one,and nice too ! If the blade is aluminum, the sword is not That is an important part of identifying the authenticity of an NCO. When ANY doubt exists as to the authenticity or It is something I very much dread, having to carefully vet every sword I see, but that's what happens when something increases in value at a steady rate each and every year. Consult someone who is trained in tsuka-maki if you need to have a handle re-built. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Display as a link instead, doing. So all of these swords are offered on egun.de, schwertshop.de and other german sellers. The matching serial numbers indicate the sword was taken off The serial number looks very short by the size of the painted over area - maybe too short. Let's sum up. So many repros use Phillips or combination screws, especially on the saya. $4200. Gun magazine laws, concealed weapons laws, laws governing new made display guns, airsoft guns, blank fire guns, and other items vary greatly by nation, state and locality. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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I very much doubt that it would matter, but even someone with a repro would be able to use that information to create a fake. About 80,000 of the Ko sabers were produced between 1899 and 1936, with the lowest reported serial number being 1175 and the highest one being 83390. Tokyo First Arsenal blade numbers. Around $1.000. I have been asked this many times at shows, from dealers and buyers. Many modern replicas and iaito have aluminum blades. C $1,999.99 . from China World War 2 Historian, Relic Hunter and expert in identification of WW2 relics. Neil. I liked the look of the Type 32 but all I've found was deepeeka. I just want an accurate reproduction. What a bunch of junk. I completely agree with Bill here. There is not much more complicated (and valuable) as ROLEX watches. Essentially, the blade has the Nagoya factory stamp next to the serial number however the Fuchi appears to only have one stamping . The position of the number on the blade, configured to be read with the cutting edge down, identifies the sword as having been produced by the Tokyo Arsenal (The only other source for the Type 95 sword was the Nagoya arsenal, which impressed the number on the blade in such a. The Japanese Type 95 pattern Army NCO's sword is one of the most reproduced / faked swords in the world, be warned. But machine made swords like this one do not have the accuracy of manufacturing that enable the Habaki to perform such a function. Brass hilt. Also, they definitely like those brass tsukas, don't they! There are over 8 obvious indications the sword is a repro dressed as a fake. by differential tempering of the blade. real, good condition, price is abit high. Referencing Carlo's post from last year, I also used to collect some German (for MANY years) and was quite confident in my ability to spot fakes, but I admit the quality is now off the charts (especially helmets) and it forced me totally out of that hobby. The NMB says so!" once told the facts they simply. You cannot paste images directly. Please consider starting a new thread rather than reviving this one, unless your post is really relevant and adds to the topic.. Arsenal stamps do not appear on pre-1930's blades. The serial #'s are the best place to focus IMHO. But a small percentage made its way back to the United States and into the collector market. You can post now and register later. Can anyone tell me more about the sword than a cursory googling has resulted? I figured it might be useful to others. Hi all,while I'm sure our members know how to pick a fake NCO, I wanted to share these.http://mountcastlesantiques.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=18&products_id=277http://mountcastlesantiques.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=18&products_id=276&zenid=qot0424cgushvekob07rapkkq2The really disappointing part is that I informed the site owner about the first sword and provided a comprehensive list of indicators the sword is not genuine. Have always thought the comments about not tipping off the forgers are just plain silly.I still do.The image of some rough factory in China where they are turning these outand some guy on a computer somewhere shouting out in Chinese into the factory "Hey guys! WW II era swords will show prominent grain (hada). No habaki. late, now sold). The serial number, 31278, and arsenal stamp are marked above the bohi (fuller). Akunin Paste as plain text instead, The seppa is a clear fake, and like everyone else said, the bo-hi starts too far down the blade and the tip is round (like a Nagoya). About eBay; Scabbard in very nice condition. It will have shrunk and is likely frayed and worn. Sword Shows, Events, Community News and Legislation Issues, Military Swords of Imperial Japan - Ohmura San, Nihonto-Japanese Swords as Art - John Eliyas, The Token Society of GB - Scotland Branch, Nanka Token Kai - Southern California Japanese Sword Society, Japanese Sword Society of the United States, The Society for the Promotion of Japanese Sword Culture (NBSK), The Japanese Sword Society of the United States, Nederlandse Tken Vereniging - Netherlands, San Francisco Nipponto Society *caution. These are all machine made and are not classified as "Nihonto". Also many Chinese military swords are confused with Japanese swords. The fuchi collar at the base of the grip bears three stamped marks, these being the marks of the Iijima Copany, the group that manufactured the blade within the Tokyo Arsenal; the inspection stamp of the Imperial Army unit within the Tokyo arsenal that inspected the sword; and the Tokyo Arsenal identification stamp. Never use force to remove the handle.) The serial number should be near the bottom of the blade, just above the habaki. One thing I also saw while researching is the nightmare of the number of fakes out there. Is the tang (nakago) signed? October 27, 2017 in Military Swords of Japan. It's a reissued one like one in Fuller & Gregory's book. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location. General McCarthur did not want the general population to be able to arm again. The overall length is approximately 38 inches in the scabbard. Older swords will have more rusted tangs, ranging from brown to smooth deep black rust for the oldest swords. All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. I think it's always worth spending the extra time to study these "high end fakes/copies" because they are getting better. The scabbard is painted the correct green color, and the spacing from the top to the hanging ring is the correct 3 inches. Here is a decent fake Stu W. posted over on WAF. Saw these photos of a fake Type 95. By law, Japanese citizens were forbidden to own swords. None of the replicas have this feature. Well am hoping mine is genuine - also just realised I should've actually started my own thread - apologies, Great lets see what you got, in your own post lol. Required fields are marked *. Blade length approximately 27 1/2 inches . You might also visit the Ohmura site and study the pictures there. Even so, enough to fool a novice. NCO's sword, Kokura arsenal stamp. There are so many. Does anyone know if theres a production dating list for the different manufacturers of the type 95 nco swords ? If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. iaito (iai practice sword)? signed or not has little to do with determining if it is handmade or the age of the blade. All NCO swords were numbered. It's hard to really pin down, just doesn't sit right with the eye. Even the once "lowly" type 95 NCO sword has started to command high prices. China has a rising group of wealthy individuals who are buying up cars, gold, realeatate, antiques and art at an alarming rate. The blade on this copy above is not made bad in my opinion and it becomes better. The matching serial numbers indicate the sword was taken off the Japanese soldier, not an end of war mass surrender item (swords and scabbards were frequently . I offered to send photos or provide opinions from experienced collector's. I do not think they will be able to make a perfect fake as there are too many small details right down to the materials used. Greetings. Machine made blade is good condition. Is the blade sharpened all the way to the base where it joins the hilt? But a small percentage made its way back to the United States and into the collector market. The great majority of these swords are made of carved bone, not ivory. Many of the better Your email address will not be published. The grip wrapping and menuki are cast-formed. Some older (Shinshinto) Most swords do not have matching . 2023 GriffinMilitaria.com. It is said that during battle soldiers would not use the ring but rather would stick the sword through the belt the same way as the Samurai in ancient times. A new sword was pointed out to me recently which is very well made and in fact at first glance addresses a lot of the issues with obvious fakes. 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I need attribution not for sale, but for museum exhibit. Free shipping for many products! collectors often have a higher knowledge base then dealers, and a higher respect for items and there history. The grip still retains much of its brown paint, being approximately 70% intact, and the golden yellow paint on the cherry blossom menuki is approximately 50% intact. Matching serial numbers 31123. blade - most likely a WW II NCO sword. The members here in the board who collect these swords are taking a very good investment for the future. The position of the number on the blade, configured to be read with the cutting edge down, identifies the sword as having been produced by the Tokyo Arsenal (The only other source for the Type 95 sword was the Nagoya arsenal, which impressed the number on the blade in such a way that it is read with the cutting edge facing up). There is a suspicion that this is a fake. In Germany the only plattform for weapons is egun. WWII Japanese Army Type 95 Tokyo Arsenal NCO Shin-Gunto Sword $ 895.00 A World War II Type 95 Japanese Army NCO sword on which the sword blade and scabbard both have matching serial numbers. A subreddit for enthusiasts, practitioners, collectors, and investigators of swords (and related historical weapons). This fine example is a genuine WWII Japanese Type 95 NCO Samurai Sword or katana with aluminum handle construction and machine made blade. If the blade is not sharp all the way to the habaki does not assure it is a WW II era blade, but is PRE WWII JAPANESE TYPE 30 ARISAKA BAYO-TOKYO ARSENAL-SERIAL NUMBER ON TANG-EARLY. Blade is 26.5 inches long, with an overall length of 36.5 inches. I am not sure why the serial numbers are covered? 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