Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale

Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukesada NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate

SKU: NIHKATNIH159755072
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$16,197.00 AUD
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Description

Authentic Nihontō Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Bishu Osafune Sukesada  備州長船祐定 NBTHK  HOZON TOKEN Certificate 

祐定 is one of the most renowned Bizen Osafune swordsmiths representing the late Muromachi period, alongside Katsumitsu and Kiyomitsu. Notable smiths in this lineage include Yosazaemon, Hikozaemon, Genbei, Genzaemon, Hikobei, and Gorozaemon, all of whom are celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship.

This sword retains an elegant shape with a pronounced difference in width from base to tip. It features a forward curvature starting from above the base, a characteristic known as saki-zori. The jigane (steel surface) is well-forged with a prominent mokume pattern, and it includes chikei. The hamon (tempered edge) is in a wavy pattern with gunome, incorporating ashi and sunagashi, along with occasional small choji. The boshi (tip) shows a chaotic pattern on both sides, ending in a rounded return. Despite lacking an inscribed common name, the sword is well-preserved and free from significant forging flaws.

The accompanying koshirae (mountings) is in excellent preservation. Although the tsuka (handle) shows minor looseness, this can be easily fixed by rewrapping the tsuka-ito (handle wrapping) or adding shims. The slight tsuba rattling is minimal and does not require additional seki-gane. This piece comes with a Hozon Tosogu Kanteisho (certificate for the preservation of sword fittings), ensuring its lasting value and enjoyment.

Bare weight: 682 grams
Weight with koshirae: 986 grams

Nihontō Information

Name 名称  備州長船祐定 - Bishu Osafune Sukesada
Blade Length 刀長  二尺一寸七分三厘弱 / 65.85 cm
Sori 反り  六分九厘弱 / 2.1 cm
Blade Width 元幅  32.7 mm
Blade Thickness 元重  7.5 mm
Tip Width 先幅  物打22.1 mm 横手位置19.1 mm
Tip Thickness 先重  物打5.5 mm 松葉位置4.0 mm
Mekugi-ana 目釘穴  2個
Age 時代  室町中期～後期 The middle ～ latter period of Muromachi era (14th ～ 16th century)
Certificate 鑑定書  保存刀剣鑑定書(NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate)
Registration 登録  昭和27年1月21日 愛媛県登録 Registered on January 21, 1952, in Ehime Prefecture
Included 附属 ・赤銅二重はばき (Shakudo Double Habaki)
・黒石目塗鞘打刀拵 (Black Ishime Lacquered Saya Uchigatana Koshirae)
・白鞘 / 継木 (Shirasaya Case / Tsugiki)

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The Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (日本美術刀剣保存協会), also known as the Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords, is one of the most respected organizations for Japanese sword certification. The NBTHK conducted a meticulous evaluation of this blade and determined that it possesses historical and artistic significance worthy of preservation. The purchaser will receive this original certificate.

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