Katana by MichiSane, Student of KaneSane

Signature:  NoshuJu FujiWara MichiSane Saku with Sho Stamp and Kokuin.  Dated Showa 16, 10th month. 
Forging Pattern:  Could not make out
Tempering Pattern:  Suguha
Dimensions:  Blade Length:  26.8 inchesNakago: 9.4 inches, 7 mm thick, 31 mm wide. 
Mountings:  Kai Gunto mounts
Overall Condition:  Fair.  The blade is in need of a polish.  This is a rather rare sword by one of the more well known showa era smiths.  Click here to learn about this smith and his teacher.