I just want an accurate reproduction. Screws. Identifying the Best Training, Tools, and Tactics for the Armed Civilian! Military Japanese 95 Type Army Sword Samurai Katana Brass Handle ~Serial Number. You cannot paste images directly. I din't know why the NCO swords are asked so strong. In very good condition, an early WW2 1935M (Type 95) Japanese . This sword has a cast aluminium tsuka (hilt) with an approximately 10mm thick ornate aoi-shaped brass tsuba (guard). swords. Display as a link instead, I opted for the lower end of the market and went for a Type 95 (this is all new to me and only found this out through google) NCO Shin Gunto. 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 should be no characters etched on the blade, just a serial number. 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. age of a Japanese sword, seek advice from a reputable collector. See how many more you can pick! The blade on this copy above is not made bad in my opinion and it becomes better. Most soldiers and citizens surrendered their swords to the American occupying forces. I was so stupid to have some and sold it - for better swords. 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. T95 NCO swords had copper hilts, or later, aluminum ones, never brass. Seppa intergrated in the fuchi is a no go here. Imperial Japanese Army (IJA) Type 95 NCO Shin Gunto. Free shipping. & valuations. sword clubs in many cities. good condition, a few small patina streaks, nothing much, and firm 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, Anyway, if ok, can I post some pictures to get your expert opinion on my purchase? 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. This product is available for international shipping. The type and color of the rust is used to help date and to authenticate the blade. The early serial number shows this sword saw service throughout Close up and of kissaki and bohi termination is a must. Even non-mechanical artsy-fartsy stuff. in WW II military mounts. Description. In my earlier years, I would have rattled off a long list of the things I see wrong, where the veterans would remain silent. 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. 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. Not just Gunto but Napoleonic ,K98 bayonets you name itSo look out in the future! The tsuba is the plain style utilized on NCO swords. Funny story Paul. Arsenal stamps do not appear on pre-1930's blades. is just ridiculous.They HAVE genuine ones to copy. If the blade is not sharp all the way to the habaki does not assure it is a WW II era blade, but is I think it's always worth spending the extra time to study these "high end fakes/copies" because they are getting better. Paste as plain text instead, All the best. They are unfortunately getting pretty good now. collectors often have a higher knowledge base then dealers, and a higher respect for items and there history. By more then I would pay but I'm grinch, https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/WW2-Japanese-Type-95-NCO-Sword/222687760837?hash=item33d93991c5:g:KZAAAOSwIJlZ6-vP, another version, price is abit high but a honest piece, https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Original-WW2-Japanese-Shin-Gunto-NCO-Samurai-Sword-extremely-rare-variation-3/332424959489?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D48795%26meid%3D4f20fff958304da4af55f1ba88fb7e90%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D222687760837&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851. the tsuka casting made me look 3 times, but just look at the stamps on the nakago, Ok, a little later I will add a photo of the unpainted serial numbers. Many modern replicas and iaito have aluminum blades. - all carved and This sword I shared with Steve (this thread) is a very good knowledge test - the goofy belt hanger (Bruce references) made me discount the sword immediately, but on closer look (my opinion) the stamps are a bit better than the other, cheaper fakes out there on the market. Machine made blade is good condition. This is due to the method This being despite the machine made blade an cast aluminum hilt. This fine example is a genuine WWII Japanese Type 95 NCO Samurai Sword or katana with aluminum handle construction and machine made blade. Blade is 26.25 inches long, with an overall length of 36.25 inches. 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! 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). once told the facts they simply. The blades are very straight and thin and often have significant flaws. Pasted as rich text. 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. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. So all of these swords are offered on egun.de, schwertshop.de and other german sellers. Though i think its great that the militaria collectors can help each other look out for the fakes! doing. Contact one of them for assistance. The metal of the scabbard has the patina of old iron. This is a blatant fake, which you should keep well away from. 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. View cart for details. I probably say this way too much BUT to flog a dead horse, the NCOs have a ton of small variations between subcontractors and between batches themselves, so just something to keep in mind. The blades in these items are all "soft steel" and have etched temperlines None of the replicas have this feature. This fine example is a genuine WWII Japanese Type 95 NCO Samurai Sword or katana with aluminum handle construction and machine made blade. It now takes an expert to tell the difference between a Chinese $25 copy ROLEX and the real deal, right down to the automatic movement. There should be no characters etched on the blade, just a serial number. A real hamon 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. Display as a link instead, Sometimes they get irate. Most swords do not have matching . 2023 GriffinMilitaria.com. Would need in hand to see many more. most certainly mean the blade is handmade. The fuller on a real T95 goes almost to the habaki (collar), the brass part around the blade just above the tsuba/guard. Here is a decent fake Stu W. posted over on WAF. Sometimes they just forget this part. I do share Greys sentiment though. 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. Serial number 116501 with matching saya. I offered to send photos or provide opinions from experienced collector's. (NOTE: Some swords may have two mekugi - one near the guard and the other near the end of the hilt. I figured it might be useful to others. Today I checked, just in case the sword was pulled from sale, and lo and behold there is a 'rare copper handle' now listed, clearly of the same manufacturer. The brown paint on the hilt has mostly worn away, as it did not really stick well to the aluminum. Second the Font isn't even close. It's hard to really pin down, just doesn't sit right with the eye. It is Type 95 with an aluminum tsuka. Sorry Its not even a good fake. at the best online prices at eBay! Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. Be sure to read Reproductions and Fakes. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. Real swords only had flat-head screws. were signed simply as a way of giving more prestige to the sword even though it was machine made. Neil. There are some Chinese replicas of these out there, however this sword is definitely genuine. / scabbard has quite a bit of its original war time browning and Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. Exploring History with the National Archives Special Media Division. 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. 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. Murasame Katana L6 Steel Hand Forged Steel. Bruce has politely written exactly what my reply would have been. A World War II Type 95 Japanese Army NCO sword on which the sword blade and scabbard both have matching serial numbers. I thought it would be a good idea to post a few old pictures of mine where I highlighted the considerable differences between Type 95 swords. Japanese WWII Type 95 NCO Sword. Most sword canes were produced in the late 19th Century - early 20th Century. Fakes never get it right. 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 ! There are numerous varieties of items made in the 20th Century as There are a bunch more issues with the sword, so if anyone wants to test their detective skills this is a good opportunity. 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. Your previous content has been restored. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Press J to jump to the feed. The Phillips screw was only patented in 1932, and hadn't caught on in most of the world by WWII. The scabbard exhibits about 70% of its original olive brown. or old wood sticks. Etchings. The grip wrapping and menuki are cast-formed. I'm not an expert on Japanese swords, so I'll be glad with the maximum information on this Type 95. The copper ferrule has three stamps . There are some very knowledgeable and experienced folk here and you can trust their deduction. 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. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Serial range could be wrong as well but, I cant see them. About eBay; The Scabbardlooks to have some paint left, however it is under the leather cover, which we have not removed, so we do not know how much still remains. As originally produced the saber included a leather finger loop inside of the guard, which was riveted to the basket guard. There is not much more complicated (and valuable) as ROLEX watches. As with most Axis arms, late war versions of the Type 95 (with wooden tsuba) and are poorly constructed in comparison to those that preceded them in the development line but as a quirk of fate are often more collectible. The condition of this sword is very good, with only some light surface staining. Etchings. I have been asked this many times at shows, from dealers and buyers. Your previous content has been restored. The 26 3/8 inch nagasa (cutting edge section) blade is in very The real tsukas have crisp detail, and the fakes always seem not-crisp. I need attribution not for sale, but for museum exhibit. It is terrible. Rarely is a high quality blade found in sword cane mounts; however, some of Out of stock. Writing about whatever interests me, and maybe you. A real one would also be fine, but is too expensive for me. If you cannot see this grain or do not know what to look for, assume it is carved bone, not ivory. The scabbards and hilts are usually designed to resemble bamboo That is not true. The above items are only a general guide. And with the wrong type stamps. Blade length approximately 27 1/2 inches . For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. Identification The Americans destroyed a large number of swords by dumping them into the ocean or by melting them. Here is my last IJA type 95 copper handle nco sword the I own. Not just Gunto but Napoleonic ,K98 bayonets you name itSo look out in the future ! Army NCO's Sword, matching serial numbers. But a small percentage made its way back to the United States and into the collector market. Sometimes they just forget this part. Clear editor. Never use force to remove the handle.) IMA works diligently to be aware of these ever changing laws and obeys them accordingly. I agree. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location. tourist momentos that are commonly thought to be some special type of Japanese sword. These take that shape of various dragon figures, Japanese peasants, fish etc. They don't need to read the NMB daily to see if there are any tips. Does anyone know if theres a production dating list for the different manufacturers of the type 95 nco swords ? There's a technical term for it in Australia. A real shooter with aim. Also many Chinese military swords are confused with Japanese swords. Japanese WWll Army officer`s sword in mountings, Mantetsu made "Shigefusa", 1939, " MOTOHARA BLADES SGT-" JAPANESE SWORD/TAMESHIGIRI/KATANA/IAIDO, 40" White Dragon SAMURAI NINJA Bushido KATANA Japanese Sword Carbon Steel Blade, 1095 Clay Tempered Hand Forged Folded Damascus Carbon Steel Full Tang, Katana Sword Clay Tempered T10 Steel Choji Hamon Brass Tsuba Japanese Samurai, Leave feedback about your eBay search experience - opens in new window or tab. 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. Authorized for production in 1935, the Type 95, commonly referred to as the NCO sword was all-machine made unlike the more expensive and higher-quality Officers sword. They just copy the real swords they import.Just comment what you like, you are not changing anything. DO NOT UNWRAP THE HANDLE! For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. 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. antique or of recent vintage. View cart for details. another example where they got the product near correct but numbered it wrong. General McCarthur did not want the general population to be able to arm again. So if they put their mind to it, an NCO sword should be no problem to reproduce. The Japanese Type 95 pattern Army NCO's sword is one of the most reproduced / faked swords in the world, be warned. Unfortunately, the scabbards serial number does not match the swords . Katana | HEAVY Cutter For HEAVY Targets. I'm reposting the pictures of the fake pattern 5 that Stegel provided in the wooden handled topic just to have them all together. I agree and have never been able to put it into words like you just did. Cheers to Dan for bringing it to my attention. The Americans destroyed a large number of swords by dumping them into the ocean or by melting them. This looks good from a distance, but up close the details reveal the fake. But machine made swords like this one do not have the accuracy of manufacturing that enable the Habaki to perform such a function.
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