An Appraisal on Some Japanese Swords Please

[Michael Ryan]

Hi Guy, Thank you for your message and sugestion. An excellent idea and recommendation, one I am happy to comply with. I will post a new thread, probably tomorrow -- Thank you!!!!!

With thanks, regards and best wishes Michael R

[Stu W]

I like that piece too. Type 98 mounts and combat cover. FYI ... that tassel is for a Company Grade officer, not necessarily of Captain rank.

Regards,
Stu

[SteveR]

Hi Michael , nice to see you here Your sword is signed Koa Isshin Mantetsu Saku Kore . Here is a nice link for you A very nice cutting blade


Ryujin swords: Koa Isshin Katana

Good information.

[Michael Ryan]

Hi Stu, Thank you for the info and comment. It all adds up to a fuller picture of the sword and I appreciate it!!!
Cheers Michael R

[Michael Ryan]

Hi All, Just uploaded Sword Number 3 for anyone who is interested.
Cheers MR

[tomp]

IMO, I think Mantetsu swords such as yours are highly sought after, and the condition, at least from the pics., shows it is in nice condition. I sold a Mantetsu for $2,000 that was in slightly worse shape than yours 3 years back and regret that I did. If you are wanting to move it along, I would put a healthy reserve on it at auction and see where the market takes it. Nice sword!


Tom

[Michael Ryan]

Hi Tom, Thank you for your message and the possible valuation and of course advice. It is all very much appreciated!! I am amased at the contacts and knowldge that have come forward in response to these threads. Some really gifted people on this forum!!
With regards and best wishes Michael