ABOUT US: At Supein Nihonto we strive to bring you high quality samurai swords and armors at prices far below the competition. We are probably the largest exporter in Europe and we are proud to anunce that we are number one TOP SELLER in Catawiki Samurai and Japanese auctions. This is especially important to save on taxes and waiting times that can exceed four months deliveries with Japanese sellers also headaches with tedious and sometimes problematic processes that further lengthen deliveries, even returning the parcel to its origin and more than 35% extra on the final price due the customs, tariffs and fees that increase the product but not the quality and the future resell. We are also professional sellers and therefore our satisfaction guarantee, knowledge and standards are superior to private sellers and with higher after sales guarantees. Thanks to this and the lowest professional prices in the industry plus our fast and efficient shipping method which rarely exceeds three days delivery in Europe, we are sure you will enjoy this great opportunity to own a piece of art that will appreciate in value for years to come and a great investment. Trust us to enjoy the samurai art. ITEM DESCRIPTION: Comes with kimono or cotton bag. Comes with certificate of supein Nihonto. Comes with copy of Tokosusho. Japanese Katana — Nihontō, Mumei A handsome full-length antique katana in a complete, sober koshirae — with a beautifully visible undulating hamon, fine shakudō fittings and powerful Kurikara dragon symbolism. Registered and fully documented. Overview An antique Japanese katana with a full-length blade, mounted in a complete and elegant koshirae and registered with its original Japanese torokusho. A balanced, well-presented piece that works equally well for serious collection or striking display. The blade (tōshin) The blade shows a well-balanced sugata with moderate curvature and a proportionate kissaki. Its standout quality is a bold, clearly visible hamon — an irregular, flowing gunome-midare / notare-midare with strong, well-marked peaks dancing along the ha. It is a lively, characterful temper line that catches the light beautifully and rewards close study. The nakago preserves a deep, dark patina and shows two mekugi-ana, evidence that the blade has been honourably mounted across different stages of its long working life. In keeping with the torokusho, the blade is mumei. Blade measurements TypeKatanaNagasa69.2 cm Sori1.3 cm Mekugi-ana2 Signature: Mumei HamonGunome-midare / notare-midare Registration: Japanese torokusho, Kanagawa Prefecture The mounting (koshirae) The katana comes in a complete koshirae of refined, understated taste. The saya is finished in glossy black lacquer, with a clean, elegant surface; the sageo, in gold and black tones, adds just enough contrast without disturbing the sword's sober character. The tsuka is mounted with white samegawa and black tsuka-ito in a traditional composition, wrapped so the menuki remain visible on both sides of the hilt. Fuchi-kashira — Crafted in shakudō with a deep dark patina and landscape decoration, combining architectural and natural motifs worked in gold and contrasting metal. Shakudō, a copper alloy with a small percentage of gold, is among the most prized of all traditional fitting materials, valued for its rich, almost black patina and remarkable visual depth. Menuki — The Kurikara motif: a dragon coiled around a straight ritual sword (ken), enriched with gold. Drawn from the esoteric Buddhist repertoire, Kurikara unites the dragon with the sacred blade as an emblem of protective power — a particularly fitting theme for a katana, with its direct link to martial and religious symbolism. Tsuba — Circular iron, with restrained decoration and small gold accents; a controlled, classical design that balances the ensemble perfectly. Documentation & what's included Collector's summary A complete, well-balanced mumei katana with a 69.2 cm blade and a bold, clearly visible undulating hamon, presented in a full koshirae of genuine quality: shakudō fuchi-kashira with landscape motifs, Kurikara menuki with dragon and ken, an iron tsuba, and a glossy black-lacquered saya. A striking, harmonious piece — equally at home in a collection or on display. An Authentic nihonto japanese sword, difficult to find in Europe, without the consequent costs of importing from Japan or from Japanese sellers, which can increase the price of the sword by up to 30% and a months waiting for shipment and custom paperwork. A truly real nihonto to delight both new and experienced collectors. All my swords are originals, imported from japan and Europe during many years of collection. All bids are binding, if you are not interested don't let other bidders miss the opportunity. Winning the auction and not paying for the item blocks you from bidding on catawiki on any auction forever, keep this in mind before bidding. Attribution is provided for reference only, subject to authentication. Please see my other samurai swords and items clicking on my seller name. Combine shipping avaliable.