AS25499 Tanto:Oshu ju Kunikane (Shinshinto) (NBTHK Tokubetsu Kicho Token) (NBTHK 　Hozon Token)

Order Number: AS25499

Tanto in Shirasaya (NBTHK Tokubetsu Kicho Token) (NBTHK 　Hozon Token)

Signature: Oshu ju Kunikane (Shinshinto)

We classify swordsmiths’ works as Saijo Saku, Jojo Saku, Jo Saku, or Futsu Saku according to the quality of workmanship.
This sword is ranked as Jojo Saku for its workmanship.

Habaki: Silver-foiled single Habaki
Blade Length: 30.6cm (12.05in)
Curvature: 0.3cm (0.12in)
Mekugi-ana: 1
Motohaba: 3.01cm (1.19in)
Sakihaba: 12.86cm (5.06in)
Kasane: 0.5cm (0.20in)
Weight: 315g

Shape: The blade is wide and made in Osoraku-zukuri style.
Jigane: The Masame-hada is well forged, with Nijuba and Chikei, creating a clear and refined Masame-hada.
Hamon: The Masame-hada is well forged, with Nijuba and active Chikei. The blade has an excellent overall shape.

Aoi Art’s Comment: There were several generations of Kunikane, and this work dates from the late Edo period (Shinshinto). The Masame-hada on one side is rather faint, which is probably why it was attributed in this manner.

Aoi Art Certificate
Full-Oshigata
Tokubetsu Kicho Token
Hozon Token (certificate pending, expected around November–December)

Please note: The price does not include the international shipping fees.