An antique Japanese wakizashi (short samurai sword), forged from tamahagane steel. This sword is attributed to Kanesaki (兼先) and comes with NBTHK Kicho papers (certificate of authenticity). Specifications: • Type: Wakizashi • Origin: Japan • Period: Muromachi (ca. 1333–1573) • Estimated dating: 1500–1550 • Material: Tamahagane steel • Overall length: 76 cm • Blade length: 52 cm • Total weight: 738 g • Blade weight: 430 g • Curvature (sori): 1.3 cm Condition: The sword is in reasonable condition given its age. The blade shows visible signs of use such as wear, scratches, and minor staining. This is normal for an authentic historical piece of this age. Notable features: • Beautiful, clearly visible hamon (temper line) • Distinct hada (blade grain pattern) • Unsigned (mumei), but attributed to Kanesaki • Includes NBTHK Kicho certificate • Comes with shirasaya (wooden storage scabbard) and cloth bag Please note: This is an authentic antique collector's item. May contain minor imperfections due to age.