[Japanese Imitation Sword] Katana Nagakura Shinpachi Koshirae Bushi Shinsengumi

Description: [Japanese Imitation Sword] Katana Nagakura Shinpachi Koshirae Bushi Shinsengumi Product Name: Nagakura Shinpachi Koshirae Replica Sword – Long SwordProduct Overview: This is a replica sword inspired by Nagakura Shinpachi, the 2nd Unit Captain of the Shinsengumi. The design is based on Nagakura's signature sword by the Edo-period swordsmith Tegarayama Ujishige from Harima Province (modern-day Hyogo Prefecture). The blade features a hamon pattern that mirrors Ujishige’s style, and the hilt is wrapped in a continuous black silk cord wrap (ikkan-maki). Nagakura’s original sword, crafted by the 4th-generation Ujishige, was famously damaged during the Ikedaya Incident and unfortunately no longer exists. Nagakura Shinpachi was a highly skilled swordsman of the Shinto Munen-ryu school, and served as a fencing instructor for the Shinsengumi alongside Okita Soji and Saito Hajime. According to Abe Juro, another member of the Shinsengumi, the top swordsmen were ranked as: "First Nagakura, second Okita, third Saito."Materials:Blade: Zinc alloyScabbard: WoodHilt: Synthetic resinHilt Wrap: Black silk over black baseScabbard: Black textured finishTsuba (Guard): Carved with a Koi fish motifHamon (Blade Pattern): Based on Tegarayama Ujishige’s styleSize and Weight:Total Length: Approx. 104.5 cm (41.14 inches)Blade Length: Approx. 73.5 cm (28.94 inches)Total Weight: Approx. 1,210 g (2.67 lbs)Weight without Scabbard: Approx. 945 g (2.08 lbs)Country of Manufacture: JapanImportant Notes:Due to the characteristics of the materials, minor scratches, particles, or uneven paint may be present. Additionally, scratches on the blade may occur from drawing or sheathing the sword. Please understand this in advance. This Nagakura Shinpachi replica sword is a beautifully crafted piece that captures the essence of the Shinsengumi’s legendary swordsman. Perfect for display, historical collections, or for anyone with a passion for samurai culture.Shipping This item will be shipped via international mail to reduce shipping costs. Therefore, it is expected to take several days to arrive. Regarding the estimated arrival date, it may be later than the estimate on eBay. Delays are unpredictable, so we appreciate your understanding. In such cases, the USPS website can be very helpful. Please search for "Missing Mail and Lost Packages" on their website. (Sometimes, USPS may hold onto the item and not send it out, or they may fail to contact you or leave any notice. Please continue reaching out to them.) We always ship the item with a tracking number, so please feel free to place your order without worrying about delivery. You can track the delivery status at any time. We do our best to ship all items within 10 to 15 days. Shipping is only available to the address registered with eBay. If you wish to ship to a different address, please change the address on eBay before placing your order. Shipping is available from Monday to Friday. Shipping on weekends is not possible as the shipping companies are closed. We do not mark merchandise values below value or declare items as "gifts." This is prohibited by Japanese, US, and international regulations. If you reside in a remote area as defined by the shipping company, please pay the additional shipping fees via PayPal. If there are any issues, we accept returns within 60 days. Please note that a restocking fee will be charged for returns. About Importer's Obligation Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping costs. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be before bidding or buying. No special permission is required for the export of replica swords, but it may take time to clear customs. If this happens, please contact your customs office for further details. Thank you for your understanding.

Price: 360.74 USD

Location: Japan

End Time: 2024-11-19T19:49:21.000Z

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