Shinto Wakizashi Signed Hizen Tadayoshi
Signature: Hizen Kuni Tadayoshi
Year Made: Shinto (1700/1800s)
Forging Pattern: Konuka
Tempering Pattern: Suguha
Dimensions: Nagasa: 19 3/16", Nakago: 5 5/8", Mihaba: 1 1/8", Sakihaba: 3/16", Kasane: 1/4", Sori: 5/16"
Mountings: The blade in mounted in a shirasaya in good condition, no significant condition problems. The habaki is a one piece copper, a bit old but in good conition.
Overall Condition: The blade has no notable flaws, is in good polish showing the work in it.