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Here is a Yasukuni Shrine sword made in January 1941 without the orginal gunto mounts. Its made by Yasunobu who worked at the Shrine from 1933 till the surrender.

Enjoy!

 
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Very nice!

I can never get my photos to work that well on blades. Thanks for showing it.


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Seaforth78 , Smile

Very nice Yasukunito !!

Did you meet Mr.Omura in Tokyo?

k Morita
 
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I had the pleasure of meeting Yasunobu many years ago when he visited the United States. Do you know if he is still alive?
Bob


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I am a very Ignorant novice but this piece is very beautiful to me I am fascinated by the polishing of swords,I have begun to study Gunto pieces so I can begin to learn the methods of true sword forging.Thank you for your sharing Geoff.
 
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