I recently was able to acquire a Japanese Kaigunto from Daniel Griffin of griffinmilitaria.com. I was hoping someone could translate or identify the kanji on the tang. Thanks in advance.
Kaigunto Tang Translation
I recently was able to acquire a Japanese Kaigunto from Daniel Griffin of griffinmilitaria.com. I was hoping someone could translate or identify the kanji on the tang. Thanks in advance.
The Mei reads Made by Mitsunaga 光永作 His real name was Hei-ichi Noguchi, a smith in Seki
Awesome! Thanks so much!
You probably already know the stamp is of the Toyokawa Navy Arsenal and the blade is likely made of anti-rust steel.
I figured as much. Is there a definitive way to tell if it's stainless steel vs non-stainless?
Errrr ..... no rust?
But seriously, look at how new your nakago looks compared to one that is forged from carbon steel. I've got a Minatogawa (⚓) too, and it is so bright ... almost need to wear sunglasses.
They always have that shiny, aircraft aluminum (but not aluminum) look. Compare yours to my standard nakago:
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