I agree with Bob. I collect WWII guntos and their tsuba are different than something you are contemplating! You will have a hard time finding a tsuba that perfectly fits your blade, though. Finding one in person will work better than shopping online. Japanese swords vary in size and shape, especially the ones made the traditional way.
Bob, I will quote myself "Sorry, my tablet's auto-correct went wild"! I was in a hurry and didn't proof-read my text.
I thought maybe you had just a wee bit to much wine.by Bruce Pennington
You can find an inexpensive older plain iron tsuba in the $200-$300 range. I have never had a problem finding a piece to replace a missing tsuba. Besides the hole for the nakago, you also need to match thickness so the mekugi ana or hole in the tang and the handle line up. You might try Moses Becarra at Nihonto Antiques. If you send him your sword along with your price range, he can likely help you. The old handle fittings are very generic low end so a simple tsuba would match perfectly. It is possible the original owner kept the tsuba as a keepsake as he was surrendering his sword.
BOB
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Thanks a lot, the search is on.
Steve, nailed it!I thought maybe you had just a wee bit to much wine.
Bob, interesting thought about keeping the tsuba during surrender! F & G mentions that guys would often keep their tassels, and this sword probably held strong sentimental value, so I could definitely see that happening.
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