I've read up to learn, but I cannot tell enough about this sword.
I remember it growing up, and then he passed away and I got the sword so I know it's at least as old as I am (34).
the entire sword is: 34.5" total, the blade from tip to "handle area" is ~ 24-24.5" blade
I'm too afraid to expose the "tang" for markings. because there are "decorative plugs" that seem different than other pictures I've seen. Therefore I don't want to break anything. I see videos of people tapping out plugs, I just don't have the heart to do it.
Quick Story: my grandpa, "somehow" hooked up with a japanese officer, and they apparently traded. I can't remember what my grandpa gave..
My grandpa was a Naval Pilot(uss cabot if I recall) listed in some historical lookups as a WWII Ace.
What's weird to me is that the blade is not shiny at all, in fact, it looks like it has been "dipped" as a refinish or decoration. I just looks different. Lots of decorations, but I don't see any serial #'s.
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