Antique Japanese Katana Sword signed Sanuki Kuni Ju Okimitsu Saku
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Antique Japanese Katana Sword signed Sanuki Kuni Ju Okimitsu Saku
Sword Specifications:
- Signature : Sanuki Kuni Ju Okimitsu Saku, Shōwa 17, September (1942)
- Blade Length : 67.0 cm
- Curvature : 1.8 cm
- Width at Base : 31.0 mm
- Thickness at Base : 7.5 mm
- Width at Tip : 21.9 mm
- Thickness at Tip : 5.6 mm
- Total Length (with Koshirae) : 102.2 cm
This katana is suguha. The blade exhibits bold and elegant curvature, with a razor-sharp edge, showcasing Okimitsu’s mastery in traditional Japanese metallurgy.
This is a rare, traditionally-forged katana by Okimitsu, a highly skilled Japanese swordsmith from Nishinoshima, Oki District, Shimane Prefecture. Made in September 1942 (Shōwa 17), this sword is not a mass-produced military Guntō, but rather a Gendaitō, crafted using traditional Japanese swordsmithing techniques.
About the Swordsmith - Okimitsu
The maker of this blade, Okimitsu, was a government-appointed swordsmith during World War II. His real name was Hara Hiroshi, and he was a renowned master artisan. His achievements include:
- Multiple awards from the Army Swordsmithing Technical Encouragement Association
- Recognition as a member of the National Swordsmith Institute.
- Holding the honorary title of Shōshō, marking him as one of the top swordsmiths of his time.
- Apprenticeship under Hara Kakutarō, the first-generation Okimitsu.
Despite being made during wartime, this katana follows traditional forging techniques, ensuring its superior quality compared to standard military swords of the era.
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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.