Wakizashi by Tomoshige
Basic information
Name on the front: Tomoshige-saku
Inscription at the back: Unmarked
Period: Unknown
Type: Wakizashi
Mounted: With a set of fittings.
Certificate of Authenticity: 'Preserved Sword' of the Society for Preservation of Japanese Art Swords
Dimensions and Features
Blade length: 42.2 cm
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 26.6 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 5.0 mm
Curve / SORI: 0.8 cm
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 21.3 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 4.1 mm
Mekugi-ana (nail holes): 2
Blade weight
Blade only: 314 g
Basic information
Name on the front: Tomoshige-saku
Inscription at the back: Unmarked
Period: Unknown
Type: Wakizashi
Mounted: With a set of fittings.
Certificate of Authenticity: 'Preserved Sword' of the Society for Preservation of Japanese Art Swords
Dimensions and Features
Blade length: 42.2 cm
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 26.6 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 5.0 mm
Curve / SORI: 0.8 cm
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 21.3 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 4.1 mm
Mekugi-ana (nail holes): 2
Blade weight
Blade only: 314 g
Basic information
Name on the front: Tomoshige-saku
Inscription at the back: Unmarked
Period: Unknown
Type: Wakizashi
Mounted: With a set of fittings.
Certificate of Authenticity: 'Preserved Sword' of the Society for Preservation of Japanese Art Swords
Dimensions and Features
Blade length: 42.2 cm
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 26.6 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 5.0 mm
Curve / SORI: 0.8 cm
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 21.3 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 4.1 mm
Mekugi-ana (nail holes): 2
Blade weight
Blade only: 314 g
Sword Description
This Wakizashi is inscribed 'Tomoshige-saku' and comes with a set of armour. With a blade length of 42.2 cm, it is easy to handle, yet has an attractive robust structure and fine finish. The warp is shallow at 0.8cm and the design is well balanced. The sword is certified as a 'Preserved Sword', which guarantees its artistic value and excellent condition.
Characteristic points.
Engraved inscription 'by Tomoshige': the skill of the swordsmith Tomoshige is evident in this piece.
Well-balanced dimensions: easy to handle with a blade length of 42.2 cm and a warp of 0.8 cm.
Solid construction: 26.6 mm wide at the base and 5.0 mm thick at the base.
Good condition: Certified as a 'Preserved Sword' by the Society for Preservation of Japanese Art Swords.
Recommendations.
This Wakizashi combines practicality and artistry and fully demonstrates Tomoshige's swordsmithing skills. It is also very attractive as a collector's item. It has also been recognised as a 'Preserved Sword' by the Society for Preservation of Japanese Art Swords, making it ideal for collection and research purposes. We hope you will welcome this precious piece into your collection. It is a jewel that will allow you to appreciate the traditional beauty and excellence of Japanese swords.