Bishu Osafune Yusada Short Sword (Aikuchi) with Koshirae

$5,030.00

Basic Information

Name on the front: Bishu Osafune Sukesada

Inscription on the back: Unmarked

Type: Short sword (aikuchi)

Attachment: With scabbard

Period: Unknown

Dimensions and weight

Blade length: 26.4 cm

Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 24.8 mm

Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 6.0 mm

Curve / SORI: 0.4 cm

Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 14.0 mm

Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 4.5 mm

Mekugi-ana: 2

With Saya: 278g

Blade only: 186g

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Basic Information

Name on the front: Bishu Osafune Sukesada

Inscription on the back: Unmarked

Type: Short sword (aikuchi)

Attachment: With scabbard

Period: Unknown

Dimensions and weight

Blade length: 26.4 cm

Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 24.8 mm

Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 6.0 mm

Curve / SORI: 0.4 cm

Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 14.0 mm

Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 4.5 mm

Mekugi-ana: 2

With Saya: 278g

Blade only: 186g

Basic Information

Name on the front: Bishu Osafune Sukesada

Inscription on the back: Unmarked

Type: Short sword (aikuchi)

Attachment: With scabbard

Period: Unknown

Dimensions and weight

Blade length: 26.4 cm

Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 24.8 mm

Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 6.0 mm

Curve / SORI: 0.4 cm

Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 14.0 mm

Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 4.5 mm

Mekugi-ana: 2

With Saya: 278g

Blade only: 186g

Sword Description

This short sword is a traditional Aikuchi (short sword without tsuba) with the name 'Bishu Osafune Yusada'. With a blade length of 26.4 cm it is of good size and has a well balanced overall construction. With a solid construction of 24.8 mm in original width and 6.0 mm in original weight it has both practical and artistic qualities.

The sword is supplied with an outer case to facilitate its preservation and appreciation. The slight curvature with a warp of 0.4 cm creates a beautiful shape and has a simple yet refined atmosphere.

Feature points.

A piece with the name Bishu Osafune Sukesada: a piece with a sense of history and tradition.

Balanced dimensions: blade length 26.4 cm, original width 24.8 mm, original weight 6.0 mm, robust construction.

Supplied with an outer case: an ideal accessory for appreciation and storage.

Graceful warp: a warp of only 0.4 cm enhances the overall aesthetic.

Recommendations.

As the name 'Bishu Osafune Yusada' suggests, this short sword combines the beauty and functionality of traditional craftsmanship. The simple and refined design, unique to Aikuchi, is attractive and suitable for collection and appreciation. It comes with an exterior and is well preserved so you can own it with peace of mind and a sense of its historical value.

We hope you will add this piece of traditional beauty to your collection and enjoy the profound charm of Japanese swords.

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