Ordering Number: AS23397

Katana: In Koshirae
Signature: Kenshin Masahiro 剣心将大作
Reiwa 4 Nen 5 Gatsu Hi (May, 2022) 令和四年五月日

We divide 4 sections for each sword as Saijyo Saku, Jyojyo Saku, Jyo Saku, and Regular Saku. This piece is ranked as Jyo Saku among the works of Kenshin Masahiro.
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Habaki: Gold-colored habaki
Blade Length: 74.0 cm (29.13 in)
Curvature: 1.9 cm (0.75 in)
Mekugi Hole: 1
Width at Base (Motohaba): 3.01 cm (1.19 in)
Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 2.29 cm (0.9 in)
Thickness (Kasane): 0.68 cm (0.27 in)
Sword Weight: 830 g
Era: Modern (May, 2022)
Shape: wide and thick blade with suitable sori.
Jigane: The itame hada is well-forged, with a smooth, plain appearance.
Hamon: Straight hamon
Features: This sword was made for iai, and its shape is well balanced, making it easy to handle. The Koshirae is modern, and the combination of colors and the design of the fitting are elaborate.

Koshirae: modern koshirae
medal fittings: a picture of arrowhead

Aoi Art Estimation Paper
Whole Oshigata
*Please note: The price does not include shipping fees.

Auction Starting Price:250,000JPY

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