Antique Japanese Katana Sword by Uda School (Hozon)
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Antique Japanese Katana Sword by Uda School (Hozon)
This is a historical mumei (unsigned) katana attributed to the renowned Uda school. It has been officially designated as a Hozon Tōken (保存刀剣) by the NBTHK, certifying its cultural value and authenticity. The sword features a beautiful silhouette, pronounced curvature, and refined craftsmanship suitable for both appreciation and practice.
Attribution
- Signature: Mumei (Unsigned)
- School: Attributed to Uda,active during the Nanbokuchō and Muromachi periods
Blade Specifications
- Blade Length : 64.7 cm
- Hamon : Suguha
- Curvature : 2.1 cm
- Mekugi-ana (Peg Holes): 3
- Motohaba (Base Width): Approx. 29.7 mm
- Motokasane (Base Thickness): Approx. 6.5 mm
- Sakihaba (Tip Width): Approx. 19.7 mm
- Sakikasane (Tip Thickness): Approx. 4.2 mm
- Weight (Bare Blade): 625 g
Hozon Token Status
This blade has been recognized by the NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Tōken Hozon Kyōkai) as a Hozon Tōken, meaning "Sword Worthy of Preservation." This designation confirms the sword's authenticity, quality, and historical importance. Swords with this certificate are legally protected and respected in the Japanese sword collecting community.
Notes
Blades attributed to the Uda school are known for their excellent forging quality, straight grain jihada, and practical cutting geometry. The large curvature gives this blade an elegant and commanding presence, and the presence of three mekugi-ana suggests it has seen use across multiple mountings, reflecting its active history.
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All the details you love about the original—with a fresh flared block heel and modern square toe. Expertly crafted using soft Nappa leather, this essential style molds and moves with you to keep you comfortably on your feet all day (and night). This boot uses leather sourced from a Leather Working Group-approved trader. The Leather Working Group (LWG) Audit Standards provide transparency and accountability within the leather supply chain—covering energy and water usage.
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All the details you love about the original—with a fresh flared block heel and modern square toe. Expertly crafted using soft Nappa leather, this essential style molds and moves with you to keep you comfortably on your feet all day (and night). This boot uses leather sourced from a Leather Working Group-approved trader. The Leather Working Group (LWG) Audit Standards provide transparency and accountability within the leather supply chain—covering energy and water usage.