By law, Japanese citizens were forbidden to own swords. Sword canes (Shikomi-zue) mostly have very low grade blades. The grip wrapping and menuki are cast-formed. The Type 95 NCO sword is similar in appearance to officers Type 94 and Type 98 Shin-gunt military swords, but is made of lower quality materials, most notably its hilt, which is made from metal and the scabbard was similar to that of the Type 32 with a prominent drag. I din't know why the NCO swords are asked so strong. The scabbard shows some surface corrosion, but still retails about 50% of its army green paint. I forgot to point out that inside the scabbard there are wooden inserts. Most sword canes were produced in the late 19th Century - early 20th Century. Eligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal, Amazon & Sezzle. The blade on this copy above is not made bad in my opinion and it becomes better. I agree. Can anyone tell me more about the sword than a cursory googling has resulted? As the tang rusts and ages, these become progressively smoother and less distinct. A World War II Type 95 Japanese Army NCO sword on which the sword blade and scabbard both have matching serial numbers. another example where they got the product near correct but numbered it wrong. Even should they be able to reproduce the sword exactly, it is not just that one should be looking at, but a series of common features in patina that are universal to genuine, old NCO. Sorry for the bad news. The first question to be answered - is it a real sword or a modern replica or an 2023 GriffinMilitaria.com. Didn't want to explain to much, because that sword copys get better and better. Essentially, the blade has the Nagoya factory stamp next to the serial number however the Fuchi appears to only have one stamping . Sword canes (Shikomi-zue) mostly have very low grade blades. Overall a very nice condition WW2 Type 95 NCO Katana that will appreciate in value over the coming years. The grip wrapping and menuki are cast-formed. Cut-out version brass tsuba. can be. Always check. a "real" sword and certainly not an antique. There are two NCO late stage on Ebay now. The serial number should be near the bottom of the . I have been searching for years for a good reproduction of a Japanese Shin-gunto NCO sword. Shamsy Complete with metal locking spring tab that secures the blade to the scabbard. All Rights Reserved. Sometimes they just forget this part. This sword has a cast aluminium tsuka (hilt) with an approximately 10mm thick ornate aoi-shaped brass tsuba (guard). Though i think its great that the militaria collectors can help each other look out for the fakes! This scabbard also has an original leather field cover, which has discolored and shrunk over time. Something went wrong. Please consider starting a new thread rather than reviving this one, unless your post is really relevant and adds to the topic.. Japanese swords will have a visible grain in the steel of the blade. Sincerely, Eugene Quote vajo Gold Tier 5.8k Location:Germany / Bavaria Name: Chris Sch. the Japanese soldier, not an end of war mass surrender item (swords I figured it might be useful to others. So many repros use Phillips or combination screws, especially on the saya. Modern replicas may look like antique swords; be it a tachi, katana, wakizashi or tanto. Free shipping for many products! NEVER CLEAN THE TANG OF A JAPANESE SWORD OR TAMPER WITH IT IN ANY WAY!!! Here is my last IJA type 95 copper handle nco sword the I own. The scabbards and hilts are usually designed to resemble bamboo This was a tough one! like many dealers, there main concern is profit, regardless of the piece being a reproduction. For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. to another sword / scabbard. 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I don't want to help them any more than necessary. Anyway, if ok, can I post some pictures to get your expert opinion on my purchase? Obviously I can't be sure, but that's my guess anyway. Many will have some type of engraving, usually floral, on the blade. Most soldiers and citizens surrendered their swords to the American occupying forces. Something changed in the last 6 months. Vice versa, antique blades are occassionally found The end of WWII marked the beginning of the sword ownership ban in Japan. This is a blatant fake, which you should keep well away from. Be the first to know of our latest discoveries and exclusive offers. Truly disappointing. Rare 1st Type with matching numbers "4428" on blade and scabbard. no interest to Japanese sword collectors. A real hamon Most swords do not have matching . Collectible Japanese Katanas, Japanese WWII Swords, Japanese Straight Razor, Japanese Tea Cup; Additional site navigation. This example has a matching serial number 55250 on both the blade and the throat of the scabbard. These were made as tourist items from the 1870's through the 1930's. Examine the hamon with a magnifying glass. Your link has been automatically embedded. Does anyone know if theres a production dating list for the different manufacturers of the type 95 nco swords ? Sometimes they just forget this part. It has the correct arsenal markings on the hilt collar (fuchi) and blade, and the spacers (seppa) are cast and rounded, while the replicas are crudely cut. $4200. Unfortunately have to agree with Brian, as prices move upwards, the copies will inevitably get better. (hamon). The painted handle and scabbard color look very nice, even though there were still some parts not correct compared to the real one, but it will fool a lot of people. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. The hilt paint is only about 30%, but still shows much of the yellow accent paint. A subreddit for enthusiasts, practitioners, collectors, and investigators of swords (and related historical weapons). However, just because the blade is steel does not mean it is a genuine Japanese sword as many modern replicas are made with steel blades. Of the eight army arsenals active in the war only Kokura, Tokyo First and Nagoya were involved in the Type 95 program. 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). WW2. I sent the seller a message. Blade is 26.5 inches long, with an overall length of 36.5 inches. When in doubt, check the blade with a magnet. Opens in a new window or tab. Lets hope the guys that make the fakes arent reading all this and learning what to improve. Yes, those are strangely too perfect and not a recognized font. Murasame Katana L6 Steel Hand Forged Steel. If you cannot see this grain or do not know what to look for, assume it is carved bone, not ivory. and scabbards were frequently separated and ended up being "married" Overall a very nice condition WW2 Type 95 NCO Katana that will appreciate in value over the coming years. Matching serial numbers 31123. A great early war example at a low price; yours for ? If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Typical WWII Imperial Japanese Army style fittings, with a single suspension ring from the scabbard, known as the "New Military Sword" ( - shin guntou) style. Tokyo First Arsenal blade numbers. If there are serial numbers stamped in the blade, it is a machine made They don't need to read the NMB daily to see if there are any tips. Sometimes they get irate. There are some very knowledgeable and experienced folk here and you can trust their deduction. Many of the better Obvious two issues are the scabbard pattern and additional screw. The brown paint on the hilt has mostly worn away, as it did not really stick well to the aluminum. Have a 3rd pattern nco Tokyo First Army Arsenal inspection mark "To" stamping serial number 141882 and wanted to know a possible year dating on that number range cheers Phil Quote Name: Stu W Posted March 7, 2014 Hi Phil, Sure, there's lots of other details like proof marks to look for, but these 5 things are just glaringly obvious and easy to see in pictures, and one or more seems to be on every single repro sword out there, so they're quick and easy ways to ID fakes. The detail that troubles me is the saya suspension ring being in the right place. Ivory has a distinctive grain. I can't get over the prices on these nowadays.. crazy, https://www.ebay.com/itm/WW2-WWII-Japanese-NCO-OFFICERS-SWORD-WITH-MATCHING-NUMBERS/253234351978?hash=item3af5f18f6a:g:wxsAAOSwAHtZ94Dm. The Japanese Type 95 pattern Army NCO's sword is one of the most reproduced / faked swords in the world, be warned. Serial number placement. The saya/scabbard number should be on the top of the scabbard, where it's covered when the sword is sheathed. well it would have fooled me, how about you other gunto guys? Fakes never get it right. For more recent exchange rates, please use the. 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. Katana | HEAVY Cutter For HEAVY Targets. By Check the military sword page for examples of WW II era http://ohmura-study.net/790.html. Out of stock. I was so stupid to have some and sold it - for better swords. No single indicator alone will determine whether a sword blade is an Replica swords and many The blade must be examined in its entirety and not judged solely of forging the blade using multiple folds,etc. Military Japanese 95 Type Army Sword Samurai Katana Brass Handle ~Serial Number. Wayne i would have called bad on it, think F&G early book had balls that big, remember two diff stacked ball stamp, or not, memory, lol, i jest. The scabbard exhibits about 70% of its original olive brown. Press J to jump to the feed. Benefits CHARITY. No habaki. The real tsukas have crisp detail, and the fakes always seem not-crisp. The Americans destroyed a large number of swords by dumping them into the ocean or by melting them. The Kokura Arsenal did not produce any Type 95 Shin Gunto but over-saw the production of these swords so its identification stamp is often found on Type 95 swords. All NCO swords were numbered. I offered to send photos or provide opinions from experienced collector's. Consult someone who is trained in tsuka-maki if you need to have a handle re-built. The painted handle and scabbard color look very nice, even though there were still some parts not correct compared to the real one, but it will fool a lot of people, like many dealers, there main concern is profit, regardless of the piece being a reproduction. After that I heard nothing. . doing. Most swords do not have matching numbers because somewhere along the life of the sword the scabbard was changed. These are simply paper spacers to aid in positioning the wrapping properly on the handle. It sounds to me like he was indeed a 3rd party procuring items. See each listing for international shipping options and costs. Here is a decent fake Stu W. posted over on WAF. "Ninja swords" are a Hollywood fiction. But a small percentage made its way back to the United States and into the collector market. A real one would also be fine, but is too expensive for me. 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. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. It's a reissued one like one in Fuller & Gregory's book. IMA works diligently to be aware of these ever changing laws and obeys them accordingly. I am not sure why the serial numbers are covered? Here is another example that's not too bad, but the bohi, stamps (these are most obvious parts) and other details are off. Traditionally this function is assigned to the Habaki (blade collar). Most of the Gun News That is Fit to Print! The Americans destroyed a large number of swords by dumping them into the ocean or by melting them. Etchings. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Japanese Arisaka Type 99 Last Ditch Complete Bolt With Matching Serial Numbers at the best online prices at eBay! $159.50. Even the once "lowly" type 95 NCO sword has started to command high prices. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Swords of this type were made in all sizes, from tanto to katana or tachi. 2- no screw is used as per T-95 usual fashion on the hilt but a special screw assembly located on the pommel and holed for the sword knot. 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. This is pure fiction. For definitions of terms, check the visual glossary page. This is a fake for at least two obvious reasons : 1- copper hilted type 95's, or 1st generation T-95's are very scarce and have only 4 digits serial numbers (around 6000 produced). I'm not an expert on Japanese swords, so I'll be glad with the maximum information on this Type 95. the mounts can be interesting with hidden, spring loaded, pop out guards. IMA works diligently to be aware of these ever changing laws and obeys them accordingly. That's why I addressed here. Short fuller. once told the facts they simply. Stick to reliable sources more Han ever if you want to avoid getting burnt ! Blade length approximately 27 1/2 inches . Also, they definitely like those brass tsukas, don't they! It will have shrunk and is likely frayed and worn. All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. Some older (Shinshinto) / full sized images available upon request. The NMB says so!" 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. Clear editor. Hi there what would you expect to pay for a aluminium handled no 3 sword with some blade staining/surface rust and a dentless scabbard with some surface rust? There is no historical documentation that ninja used swords which were of a special design or differed from those used by other Japanese of the period. If the swords are getting this good I think that's not a good idea. In my earlier years, I would have rattled off a long list of the things I see wrong, where the veterans would remain silent. There are so many. It's hard to really pin down, just doesn't sit right with the eye. All the best. Do not undertake to dis-assemble a sword unless you know what you are If the tsuka can be dismanteld from sword with out removing the sarute and barrel, its a fake! This fine example is a genuine WWII Japanese Type 95 NCO Samurai Sword or katana with aluminum handle construction and machine made blade. WW II era swords have been put into shirasaya or Does the blade show a true temper line (hamon)? This fine example is a genuine WWII Japanese Type 95 NCO Samurai Sword or katana with aluminum handle construction and machine made blade. You cannot paste images directly. Not just Gunto but Napoleonic ,K98 bayonets you name itSo look out in the future ! By A number of opinions have been provided, some with hints of the issues. Used. The overall swords are getting better. That is an important part of identifying the authenticity of an NCO. WWII JAPANESE TYPE 98 ARMY SHIN-GUNTO SWORD!!! An etched temper line will be seen as a smooth cloud lacking any internal features. I do share Greys sentiment though. This is a great and guaranteed genuine Japanese NCO's Type 95 sword that was carried by a career soldier. Is the blade sharpened all the way to the base where it joins the hilt? of no interest to Nihonto collectors other than perhaps as an example of how poorly made a blade One thing I also saw while researching is the nightmare of the number of fakes out there. Otherwise that is dangerously good to newcomers or unwary collectors looking for that ebay goldmine. Even so, enough to fool a novice. There are a few small nicks on the edge of the blade, but they are hard to photograph. Maybe he is just one of the many merchants capitalising on a class of people with more money than they know what to do with. The members here in the board who collect these swords are taking a very good investment for the future. This would fool most entry level guys. But machine made swords like this one do not have the accuracy of manufacturing that enable the Habaki to perform such a function. I avoided buying into German WW2 helmets because of the fakes out there and now I've entered into another minefield. Original Item: Only One Available. The sad part is someone probably will buy one of them too. There should be no characters etched on the blade, just a serial number. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. Mission Ready, Qualified & Competent, On Time Execution! NCO copper tsuka (handle) that is actually painted on top of the handle, I have not seen that before. I need attribution not for sale, but for museum exhibit. Typically it is for food and baby goods and it is actually a livelihood. 100 % newly made. 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. 20062021 Nihonto Message Board Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. You cannot re-wrap the hilt with the silk cord that was removed. If the blade is aluminum, the sword is not Make the gap between the arsenal marks less! The prices go higher and higher and they will copy better and better to take part on this. There are strategies in place with most countries Customs and Border protection to seize and destroy fake watches, handbags, CD's DVD's etc, but swords are not even on the RADAR. This service used example is a genuine WWII Japanese Type 95 NCO Samurai Sword or katana, with aluminum handle construction and machine made fullered blade. I have NO idea what that belt hanger is supposed to be. Any so called "ninja sword" is pure fantasy. Paste as plain text instead, NCO Katanas were issued to soldiers who did not want to take their family sword to battle or who came from poor families that did not have swords to pass down through the generations. Brass hilt. Etchings. 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Identifying the Best Training, Tools, and Tactics for the Armed Civilian! I ask you to help in determining the authenticity of the sword. 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). An excellent example of a World War II Type 95 Japanese Army NCO sword that was obviously carried in the field of combat operations. - all carved and Short fuller. There is a suspicion that this is a fake. The scabbard is painted the correct green color, and the spacing from the top to the hanging ring is the correct 3 inches. By placing an order, the buyer represents that he/she is in compliance with the law and will utilize the items in a lawful manner. Everything to know Japanese 95 nco swordPlease visit our Ebay store and subscribe to our channel https://www.ebay.com/str/thediamondmonkey42You will find in . Screws. Scabbard retains around 70% of the original paint. Free shipping. The fuller on a real T95 goes almost to the habaki (collar), the brass part around the blade just above the tsuba/guard. Blade is 26.25 inches long, with an overall length of 36.25 inches. The serial number looks very short by the size of the painted over area - maybe too short.
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