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Japanese Police Sword #2 -
Japanese WWII swords have become a very desirable military antique. The most popular of these
swords is clearly the Samurai sword. However, the Japanese produced various types of swords
in addition to that one.
The sword featured here is a WWII Japanese police sword. It was primarily used for parades,
parties, photo opportunities, and similar activities. Unlike the Samurai sword, It was not
designed for combat.
With a black, wire-wrapped handle. back portion of the handle is of metal construction. A cherry blossom is located
in the center, at either side. The scabbard has a single suspension ring designed to allow
the police officer to hang the sword from the belt.
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The handguard shows the 5 petal cherry blossom, this is characteristic of
the police swords. The qualitry of the casting is not the best. This is typical of the mass
produced swords.
The handle is wired wrapped and shows the cherry blossom once again. The wire wrapping remains
nicely tight. The wire is a single strand and surrounds a black ebony handle. Nice pebbling
covers the spine of the handle.
The scabbard is chromed and shows some tarnishing caused by age. This can easily be
cleaned. Also, notice the machine made heat temper line. This is reminiscent of the Hamon
found in the Samurai swords. However, the fake temper placed in the WWII Japanese police
sword is strictly there for aesthetic purposes.
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PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
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the collector community and individuals who have a general interest on the field. The following is an
estimated value. Prices may vary in every state and every country. This service is provided courtesy of
MilitaryItems.com. The source for military antiques and collectibles in the web.
| Year |
2006 |
2007 |
2008 |
2009 |
| Value |
$135.00 |
$145.00 |
$155.00 |
$170.00 |
| Availability |
Common |
Common |
Common |
Common |
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