Iaido Authentic High-Grade Iaito (Practice Sword) Japan Antique Gallery Goro Nyudo Masamune Replica Limited-time sale for Mercari Festival! [Set Contents] ・Body ・Scabbard ※Items other than those in the photos are not included. The highest-grade iaito made by Japan Antique Gallery. Retail Price: Large and Small Set: 159,000 yen A valuable early-lot Masamune replica iaito from Japan Antique Gallery. The through-groove (hi) that extends to the habaki (blade collar) and the hada (grain) of the kotō-zukuri (old sword style) blade are features unique to the early, pre-production type, which differ significantly from the later models. As it is an iaito, it can be used without problems for kata practice and basic swinging. You can hear a light, crisp sound from the hi. ※Please note that it does not have the durability for actual sparring practice. Also, if used for practice, be sure to perform regular maintenance. The blade has some scratches and some plating lifting due to aging. The koiguchi (mouth of the scabbard) was loose, so it has been repaired with grafting (see the last photo). It is quite tight, so please shave it down to your preference. Also, Please be sure to check the photos for the exterior condition and purchase only if you are satisfied. Japan Antique Gallery has already ceased production of iaito, so this is a valuable piece. Especially the early lot of the Masamune replica, which is positioned as a top-grade product, is a rare item that is not often found in the market. Please consider this opportunity. [Goro Nyudo Masamune Replica Specifications] Blade: Special alloy iaito blade, kotō-zukuri style, thin-edged finish 　　　Through-groove (hi) Tsuka-maki (Handle Wrap): Genuine ray skin with pure cotton Rikyucha (tea color) tsuka-ito (handle cord) twist wrap Menuki (Handle Ornament): Armor design (brass) Fittings: Kashira (pommel), Fuchi (collar), Menuki (handle ornament) and Yoroizode (armor sleeve) design (copper) Tsuba (Guard): Plum and bamboo design, gold inlay, hand-finished iron Saya (Scabbard): Black lacquered, thread-wrapped style ・Kodachi (Short Sword) Total Length: Approximately 68cm Blade Length: Approximately 46cm (excluding habaki) Weight when drawn: Approximately 570g Tsuka (Handle) Length: Approximately 17cm Sori (Curvature): Approximately 1.5cm ※Each dimension is an approximate value. ※Please note that we cannot answer specialized questions about Iaido. ※The seller has gone out of business and there is no official specification sheet, so the above specifications include inferences from the appearance. Please understand that we cannot provide compensation for any discrepancies with expert appraisals.