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A German Third Reich related knife, with a stainless steel handle moulded with a horse, with green leather scabbard with markings, on steel blade, 16cm long.

ANTIQUE OFFICERS SWORD & SCABBARD

UNITED STATES FIGHTING BAYONET & SCABBARD - MARKED U.S 1918

A 19th century Indian Tulwar in scabbard, length 91 cm

German late-war period Wehrmacht officers presentation or parade dagger with scabbard, ivorine grip, with hanger and sword knot. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

Luftwaffe late-war period (possibly post-war) 2nd pattern presentation or parade dagger and scabbard, with hanger, blade marked for Paul Weyersberg Solingen. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

An aged replica SS presentation dagger with leather bound and metal mounted scabbard, etched blade and marked RZM M7/36. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

Third Reich post-war replica presentation dagger, with chequered grip and steel scabbard. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

French Lebel M1886 cruciform bayonet with steel scabbard, cross guard numbered (indistinct), with steel scabbard. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

German WWII K98 bayonet and steel scabbard. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

Victorian British Marini Henry P1876 bayonet, semi-relic condition with its brass scabbard mounts. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

A French 19th century M1866 chassepot sword bayonet with hooked quillon, metal scabbard, indistinctly dated (possibly 1861). UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

A 19th century European naval parade sword, with wired grip and brass mounted leather scabbard. UK P&P Group 3 (£30+VAT for the first lot and £8+VAT for subsequent lots)

A 20th century Spanish-made parade sword, slim blade with metal scabbard. UK P&P Group 3 (£30+VAT for the first lot and £8+VAT for subsequent lots)

Belgian M1963 type C socket bayonet, with steel scabbard and canvas frog. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

British WWI Ross bayonet and leather scabbard, in semi-relic condition. UK P&P Group 2 (£20+VAT for the first lot and £4+VAT for subsequent lots)

British WWI Royal Artillery parade sword by Sanderson Bros & Newbould Sheffield, with leather scabbard and wired shagreen grip. Scabbard split and taped, blade and guard rusted / pitted. UK P&P Group 3 (£30+VAT for the first lot and £8+VAT for subsequent lots)

British WWI Royal Artillery parade sword with leather scabbard, sword frog and wired shagreen grip. Scabbard with tear and scratches, blade and guard pitted but good. UK P&P Group 3 (£30+VAT for the first lot and £8+VAT for subsequent lots)

A Bowie knife, 19th/20th c, 15.5cm Sheffield steel blade, curved quillon, one-piece stag antler grip, leather scabbard, 26cm l, a Swiss Army pen knife, late 20th c, various other folding and action pocket knives, a Ronson cigarette lighters, leather bound prayer-books, etc The Bowie knife lacking its pommel and with further light wear. The rest mixed condition.

A WW1 era, M1917 United States bayonet by Remington, 1917 dated to the ricasso, plus U.S. proof marks.                                                                          Standard pattern, with wooden slab grips with the distinctive grooves cut into both sides. Morticed pommel with push button release catch, plus steel cross guard with muzzle ring. Single edged, fullered blade, with rounded spine. Complete with leather steel mounted scabbard, and a later webbing frog. Notes: likely reissued to the British Home Guard during WW2, which would have been the source of the webbing frog. Approximately 57.2cm length in the scabbard, blade length 43cm. Condition: generally good. A little pitting to the pommel area, working release catch. Clean blade, with a few nicks / indentations to the cutting edge. A little separation between the throat of the scabbard and the leather part of the scabbard, but the structure is still secure. The webbing has age related wear and soiling.

A presentation Persian style dagger and scabbard, framed

Caucase region possibly Chechnia or Dagestan, Ca. 1800-1900 AD.A beautiful example of a steel kama kindjal dagger featuring a long, double-edged pointed blade with three central fullers. The characteristic hilt and pommel are embellished with nielloed silver panels of foliate designs and two raised bosses decorated with ropework. The piece is accompanied by a scabbard overlaid with similar nielloed silver decoration, terminating in a chape with a sphere finial. For similar example see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 26.35.9a, b. Size: L:675mm / W:50mm ; 735g Provenance: Private London family collection; formed between 1970-2008. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.

Indian Curved Sword in Scabbard

An eastern dagger and scabbard, 41cm with scabbard on

A Serbian dagger and decorative scabbard, mid 20th Century, 60cm with scabbard on

A late 19th/ early 20th century Jambiya, the carved wood gilt metal mounted grip above a 23cm double edge steel blade, in florally chased white metal scabbard. Total length 42cm

A Japanese wakizashi, 20th century, the textured black lacquer saya (scabbard) with gilt-metal mounts, the gold ito wrapped around the handle covering with gilt menuki (ornaments), and a plain tsuba,blade 58.5cm long94.5cm long including scabbard,together with a similar wakizashi,Meiji Period (1868-1912), the black and red lacquer saya (scabbard) with a vacant kozuka sheath, the blade with a signed tang,blade 34cm54.5cm long including scabbard (2)Condition ReportBoth with knocks, wear and minor losses to the scabbards. Small knocks to the blade of the smaller example. Larger example with an unsigned tang. General wear, small chips and surface marks. The metal mounting to the end of the scabbard loose.

A Kukri knife in scabbard (scabbard a/f)

After Giambologna, a reproduction bronze figure of Mercury on marble plinth, 43cm; and a similar after Mercié of David and Goliath, 33cm (2)Mercury - the staff is slightly bent, repairs to the hat, the other, scabbard is very slightly bent, otherwise ok

GROUP OF FOUR JADE ORNAMENTS HAN TO MING DYNASTY 漢至明 各式玉飾（共四件） comprising: one calcified celadon jade circular disc, huan, 4.4cm diameter; one similar colour jade of sectioned-spindle form incised with rope design on either end, 5.3cm high; one celadon jade with russet inclusion sword fitting, scabbard, carved in low relief with geometric patterns on either side, 4.6cm high; and one pale celadon with darkened skin jade amulet plaque, carved with a three-character charm reading 'Om, chrum' on either side in cartouche encircled by mythical animals, 6cm high Dimensions:the largest: 6cm high

ATTRIBUTED TO THE FUKUOKA ICHIMONJI SCHOOLA Juyo-ranked Wakizashi (Companion Sword) Kamakura period (1185-1333), circa 1270-80Sugata (configuration): shinogi-zukuri, iori-mune, narrow parallel mihaba, small sori, chu-gissakiKitae (forging pattern): itame-hada slightly mixed with mokume-hada, distinct midare-utsuri in the jiHamon (tempering pattern): choji-midare in nioi-deki with some gunome, ashi and yo with gyaku-yakibaBoshi (tip): midare-komi on the omote, sugu on the ura, both sides with ko-maruHorimono (carving): soe-hi on both sidesNakago (tang): o-suriage, kiri-jiri with kiri-yarisume file marks and one holeHabaki (collar): two-piece, goldNagasa (length from tip to beginning of tang): 59.8cm (23 9/16in)Motohaba (width at start of tempered edge): 2.7cm (1 1/16in)Sakihaba (width before tip): 2cm (13/16in)In shirasaya (wood storage scabbard) with two silk brocade storage bagsWith certificate designating this sword as a Juyo token (Important Sword) no.8464 as issued by the Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (Society for the Preservation of the Japanese Art Sword) on 14 April 1989. (4).Footnotes:Exhibited and Published:Nippon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai European Branch, Selected Fine Japanese Swords from European N.B.T.H.K. Collections, Solingen, Deutsches Klingenmuseum, 2002, pp.128-29.The present lot was included in a pioneering Heritage Science neutron imaging study of Japanese blades, using the Diamond Light Source at Harwell, to establish the age and composition of the blade.Martensite, the hardest state of sword steel, is not represented in nature, but is produced only by the craft of the swordsmith. Its distribution along the ha of this blade validates the antiquity of the sword, and the scientific study indicates that it was used as a weapon in the past. The distribution of martensite along the cutting edge indicates that the blade was subjected to one or more re-shaping and polishing. A copy of the aforementioned study is available on application to the Japanese Department in London.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

TSUGUNAOA Juyo-ranked Bitchu-Aoe Wakizashi (Short Sword) Nanbokucho period (1336-1392), circa 1350-60Sugata (configuration): hira-zukuri with mitsu-mune, broad mihaba, sunobi, and shallow soriKitae (forging pattern): itame-hada mixed with mokume-hada and nagare-hada, hada dachi gokoro, chirimen-hada, with fine dense ji-nie, chikei, and utsuri tatsuHamon (tempering pattern): choji-midare with wide upper yakiba, yubashiri, tobiyaki, gyaku-gakari, gyaku-ashi, yo, ko-nie, kinsuji, and sunagashiBoshi (tip): midare-komi and tsukiage with togaru sakitogare, deep kaeri and strong hakikakeNakago (tang): slightly machi-okuri, ha-agari kuri-jiri with o-sujikai yasurime file marks and two holes, signed Bitchu-no-kuni no ju Tsugunao saku, Enbun [...]nen sangatsu hiHabaki (collar): two-piece, goldNagasa (length from tip to beginning of tang): 35.7cm (14 1/16in)Motohaba (width at start of tempered edge): 3cm (1 3/16in)In shirasaya (wood storage scabbard) with sayagaki by Honma Junji (Kunzan, 1904-1991) reading Bitchu-no-kuni Aoe Tsugunao Enbun nenki, hacho isshaku issun hachibu, tsuchinoto-mi shogatsu ni oite Kuga Sanbo, Kunzan shirusu with a kao, with a silk brocade storage bag and a cotton storage bagWith certificate designating this sword as a Juyo token (Important Sword) no.8527 as issued by the Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (Society for the Preservation of the Japanese Art Sword) on 14 April 1989. (4).Footnotes:Exhibited and Published:Nippon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai European Branch, Selected Fine Japanese Swords from European N.B.T.H.K. Collections, Solingen, Deutsches Klingenmuseum, 2002, pp.166-67.The Juyo citation is unusual in stressing the quality of the deki and hataraki: 'Tsugunao, together with Tsuguyoshi and Moritsugu, is one of the representative Aoe smiths during the Nanbokucho period. This wakizashi is worked with gyaku choji midare which was Tsugunao's most favourite and skilful technique. Nie in the jiba are comparatively strong. The hataraki in the ha above the mono-uchi are especially masterful and the deki is superior.'Tsugunao was an outstanding representative of the later Nanbokucho-period Bitchu-Aoe School. During this period, Aoe smiths tended to produce blades with tight, clear ko-itame-hada, distinct from the chirimen-hada which was associated with earlier Aoe work. The hamon which until now had been confined mostly to saka-choji-midare gradually became more flamboyant and diverse in its expression. A masterful smith, Tsugunao excelled at both straight sugu-ha and spectacular choji-midare temper lines exhibited on the present example. A detailed technical and historical discussion of this important blade is available on application to the Japanese Department in London, including details of comparable swords in Japanese collections, an assessment of the possible function of this particular blade type (its use for the decapitation and display of enemy heads), a consideration of the place of Tsugunao in the broader context of the Aoe School, a history of iron technology in the Kibi region, and an account of the work of the Chu-Aoe smiths during the period of the highest refinement of their art.It is likely that this blade structure which sustains this slender mitsu-mune blade is of solid martensite, which enabled it to undergo repeated polishing over time. For more information regarding martensite with Japanese blades, please refer to the scientific study using neutron imaging mentioned in the preceding lot.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A KOSHIRA-E (MOUNTING) FOR A KATANA (LONG SWORD) IN HANDACHI STYLEEdo period (1615-1868), mid-19th centuryThe saya (scabbard) finished in polished brown-black lacquer, the tsuka (hilt) covered in same (rayskin) with off-white silk tsukamaki wrapping in lozenge pattern, the principal metal fittings comprising kabutogane (pommel), menuki (hilt grips), tsuba (hand guard), fuchi kanamono (collar), kuchi kanamono (scabbard-mouth fitting), two kozuka (knife handles), uragawara (slot reinforcement), sageo (cord runner) and ishitsuki (end cap), the kabutogane and fuchi kanamono silver, chiselled in relief with show chrysanthemums, the menuki silver and gold, modelled as peony blossoms, the tsuba shibuichi migakiji, oval with two hitsuana, chiselled in relief and inlaid with gold, silver, shakudo, and copper depicting a bird of prey in a tree eyeing sparrows on the ground, with signature Omori Teruhide and a kao, the four scabbard fittings silver, chiselled with peony blossoms, one kozuka silver, with flush shakudo inlay of bamboo, signed Kono Norio ga Hirata Nobuyoshi (Hirata Nobuyoshi after a painting by Kono Norio [a member of the Kobikicho branch of the Kano academy]), the other kozuka shibuichi, modelled as a section of bamboo; held together by a wood tsukuri blade; with a silk brocade storage bag. 95cm (37 3/8in) long. (2).This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A KOSHIRA-E (MOUNTING) FOR A WAKIZASHI (COMPANION SWORD)Edo period (1615-1868), 19th centuryThe saya (scabbard) and tsuka (hilt) polished wood, the saya plain and the tsuka carved with two rows of ribbing; the fuchi-gashira (hilt collar and pommel) plain brass ishimeji; the menuki (hilt grips) gilt metal in the form of a rooster, hen, and chicks; the tsuba (hand guard) plain copper, mokko (four-lobed) shape; the koiguchi (fitting to the mouth of the scabbard), uragawara (fitting to the base of the kozuka slot), kurigata (cord runner), and kojiri (end cap) all black-lacquered, the kozuka (scabbard knife) missing; held together by a wood tsukuri blade; with a silk storage bag. 53.8cm (21 3/16in) long. (2).This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A KOSHIRA-E (MOUNTING) FOR A WAKIZASHI (COMPANION SWORD)Edo period (1615-1868), mid-19th centuryThe saya (scabbard) of wood carved with a regular series of raised bands and finished in brown and simulated woodgrain lacquer, the tsuka (hilt) covered in same (rayskin) with tan silk tsukamaki wrapping in lozenge pattern, the fuchi-gashira (hilt collar and pommel) shakudo migakiji chiselled in relief and with gold and copper details depicting crows over a pine grove at dawn, signed ... Tsuki Mitsuoki; the menuki (hilt grips) shakudo, each in the form of a temple lantern, the tsuba (hand guard) missing, the kozuka (knife handle) iron, pierced at one end, inlaid in shakudo with a spider hanging from a thread, the other fittings lacquered wood; held together by a wood tsukuri blade; with a silk brocade storage bag. 61.5cm (24¼in) long. (2).This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Ceramonial Sword or Wall decoration sword with stainless blade, Brass hilt and guard, good leather scabbard. Total length is 36 inches. See photos.

A 20thC British Army dress sword and portapee with a twist wire, shagreen covered handgrip, brass guard and engraved blade  33"L in a stitched tan hide scabbard (Please Note: this lot is subject to the statement made in the Auctioneers Glossary of Certain Terms under 'Militaria & Associated Items' in the Terms & Conditions of Sale)

A Third Reich period DLV Flyer's dress knife with nickel plated fittings, an enamelled swastika on the guard, the grip and scabbard in dark green hide, the blade marked Josef Munch, Brotterode  7"L with a belt hook and loop (Please Note: this lot is subject to the statement made in the Auctioneers Glossary of Certain Terms under 'Militaria & Associated Items' in the Terms & Conditions of Sale)

A Japanese tanto, Edo or Meiji, with a black lacquer saya (scabbard), a black lacquer tsuka (handle) wrapped in black ito ribbon, the pierced tsuba in the form of a stylised flower, blade 22.6cm total 58.5cm Shipping Disclaimer: Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country. Condition ReportThe blade is cut down significantly, pitting, wear and nicks throughout. Wear and losses to the ito and knocks and scuffs to the scabbard.

A Japanese wakizashi, Edo or Meiji period, the tsuka (handle) wrapped in a gold ito (braid), with a stylised deer menuki (ornaments), leading to a mixed metal tsuba with foliate decoration, the lacquered saya (scabbard) with brown flecks, and a vacant kozuka sheath, blade 30.5cm longoverall 52.5cm longShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportThe tang is unsigned. The blade is in a good condition. Pitting to the tsuba. Knocks to the scabbard. Split to the kozuka sheaf. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese swordstick, Meiji, 19th century, with a wooden saya (scabbard), and faux bamboo handle,blade 54cm long79cm long with scabbardShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportThe tanto is not signed. The blade is heavily pitted. Minor knocks to the edge. The tip is worn. Cracking to the finish of the scabbard.

A Japanese wakizashi, Edo or Meiji, 19th century, the black lacquer saya (scabbard) with a signed kazuka, the handle decorated with a dragon entwined around a sceptre, mounted with a white same (shagreen) tsuka (handle) wrapped in blue ito (braid), with gilt menuki (ornaments), and a mixed metal tsuba decorated with mythical beasts among clouds, blade 49.3cm longoverall 80cm longShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportPossibly later rebound grip. Possibly shortened or with a later scabbard. The tang is signed, with three mounting holes. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Chinese jian short sword,Qing dynasty, with a straight pointed blade, red lacquered scabbard with metal mounts, with a carved lacquered grip, blade 58.7cm long103.5cm long overall including scabbardShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportSmall knocks to tip of blade. The end cap is missing to the grip. Various knocks and wear throughout.

A Japanese wakizashi, Edo or Meiji, 19th century, with a same (shagreen) saya (scabbard), the tsuka (handle) with a flower form mekugi, the tsuba of oval form, with a tassel to the kashira (end cap),blade 42cm total 68cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportThe blade is possibly remounted. The tang is not signed. Very small loss to the tip of the blade. Small area of fritting to the edge of the blade. Patches of pitting. The shagreen is separating from the scabbard in places. The top mount is loose. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

An African spear,19th century, with a barbed spearhead complete with scabbard,spear head 62cm longShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportLosses the scabbbard. Wear to the shaft.

An Elizabeth II royal court sword,by Wilkinson Sword, with an etched blade complete with the royal cipher, a gilt brass grip and guard, complete with bullion sword knot, and brass mounted leather scabbard,blade 81cm long98cm long overall, complete with leather outer caseShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportOverall in good condition.

A Japanese wakizashi,Edo or Meiji, 19th century, the same (shagreen) tsuka (handle), with a kazuka, wrapped in blue ito (braid), with gilt menuki (ornaments), leading to an oval tsuba, engraved with precious objects, in a black lacquer saya (scabbard), blade 42.6cmtotal 64cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportPossibly rebound. The blade appears to be in good condition. Minor knocks and wear to the scabbard. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese wakizashi, Edo or Meiji, 19th century, the black lacquer saya (scabbard) with an unsigned Kazuka, decorated with two stylised horses, the same (shagreen) suka (handle) wrapped in blue ito (braid), with gilt menuki (ornaments), and a pierced spoke tsuba, decorated with birds amongst bamboo, blade 48cmtotal 73cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportThe tang is signed. Appears to have been remounted and regripped. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese wakizashi, Edo or Meiji, the black lacquer saya (scabbard) with a signed kozuka, the handle decorated with rats on the menuki (ornaments), the tsuka (handle) mounted with white shagreen wrapped in gold ito with mixed metal menuki (ornaments), the kashira (end cap) mounted with a rabbit, complete with a quatrefoil lobed tsuba decorated with flowers,blade 43cmtotal 68cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportTsuba is slightly loose. Handle probably rebound. Kozuka with minor loss to the top. Scabbard with knocks and minor losses to the lacquer. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese tanto,Edo or Meiji, 19th century, the red makie lacquer saya (scabbard), with a kozuka, decorated with a single character mark and rat, the shagreen tsuka (handle) with gilt menuki (ornaments), a rectangular tsuba, the kashira (end cap) with a metal fitting,blade 28cmtotal 48.5cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportSeveral small nicks and losses to the edge of the blade, which is slightly pitted and has a dulled surface. Visible hardening line and shadow. The tip of the kazuka is blunted. The tang is not signed.

A Japanese wakizashi, Edo or Meiji, the textured black lacquer saya (scabbard) with a signed kozuka with mixed-metal handle decorated with stylised horses, the blue ito wrapped around the handle covering with gilt menuki (ornaments), and a pierced spoke tsuba,blade 50cmtotal 74cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportHandle probably rebound. Surface scratches to the tsuba. Minor scuffs and wear to the scabbard. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese wakizashi, Edo or Meiji, with an earlier blade, the red lacquer saya (scabbard), the tsuka (handle) wrapped in black lacing, mounted with menuki (ornaments), and a quatrefoil lobed tsuba,blade 37.5cmtotal 61cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportHandle has been remounted. Blade shows signs of later polish. Wear to the ito, and the mekugi and the surrounding area appears to be worn. Later additions to the tsuka. Split to the base of the scabbard. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese katana,Edo or Meiji, in a leather sheath saya (scabbard) with buckles, the push-button release same (shagreen) tsuka (handle) wrapped in brown ito (braid), with floral menuki (ornaments), and a gilt tsuba decorated with flowers, tang signed,blade 66.5cmtotal 105cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportSmall nick to the edge of the blade near the base and further nicks near the top. The push-release button is stiff. Knocks and wear to the metal scabbard. The tang is signed. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese tanto,Edo or Meiji, 19th century, the black lacquer saya (scabbard) with a signed kozuka, mounted with a shagreen tsuka (handle) wrapped in orange ito (braid), with menuki (ornaments), and a pierced spoke tsuba, and a metal kashira,blade 32cmtotal 50.5cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportThe kozuka blade is loose, with a small loss to the tip and inlay. Three/ four small knicks to the edge of the blade. Some pitting and surface wear. Oxidisation to the tsuba.

A Japanese katana, Edo or Meiji, the same (shagreen) tsuka (handle) wrapped in brown ito (braid), with a quatrelobed tsuba (guard) inlaid with gilt flowers, leading to with a fullered blade, with a signed tang, mounted in a black lacquered saya, (scabbard) and red sageo (cord), blade 76cmtotal 108cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportGood condition, the blade is in good order with a visible hardening shadow and no apparent knicks to the edge. Two mounting holes - a larger one to the upper section and a smaller one to the base. Lacking its mekugi (peg). The scabbard is possibly later.Please see the additional images. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese katana,Edo or Meiji, a leather saya (scabbard) carved with a dragon and a wood tsuka (handle) with gilt dragon menuki (ornaments), and an openwork tsuba, blade 68.5cmtotal 106cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportBlade is pitted and oxidised with nicks to the top.The associated scabbard is split, with wear and crack to the leather. The menuki to the handle is taped on.Tang unsigned.The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese katana, Edo or Meiji period, with a red mottled lacquer saya (scabbard), the white shagreen tsuka (handle) wrapped in ito (braid), and a pierced spoked tsuba,blade 65cmtotal 99.5cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportTang unsigned. Tang possibly shortened and has three mounting holes and a smaller piereced hole towards the tsuba. Small loss to the tip which leaves a flat profile. Blade possibly polished later. Some oxidation to the tsuba. Grip in poor condition. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks. Blade fits in scabbard.

A Japanese katana, Edo or Meiji, the powder lacquer saya (scabbard) to copper mounts decorated with waves, with a cross form handle and shagreen grip tsuka (handle) with metal fittings,blade 70cmtotal 114.5cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportTang unsigned. Two mounting holes. A few minor nicks to the edge of the blade. Loose mounts to scabbard and tsuka. Scratches and minor wear to the scabbard. The shagreen separating in areas. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese katana, Edo or Meiji period, 19th century, the tsuka (handle) wrapped in a black ito (braid), with a bow and arrow menuki (ornament), leading to a gilt-inlaid tsuba decorated with a dragon amongst clouds, in a lacquer saya (scabbard) with brown flecks, and conforming metal funchi-kashira, with dragon,blade 68.2cmtotal 99cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportThe scabbard has a chip to the front edge, Minor knocks and wear. Clear hardening shadow to the blade. The tang is signed. Not remounted. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.

A Japanese katana, Edo or Meiji, the black lacquer saya (scabbard), mounted with a white shagreen tsuka (handle) wrapped in blue ito (braid), with gilt menuki (ornaments), and an oval tsuba,blade 69cmtotal 101.5cmShipping Disclaimer:Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportBlade appears to be remounted due to two mounting holes. Tang unsigned. Blade appears in good order. Pitting to the tsuba and respossibly rebound. The blade may require a polish due to possible fingerprint marks.