Military Swords of Japan 1868-1945 Ebony Steel thumb stud with purple

Steel thumb stud with purple stone inlay

Ironwood scales with fine black liners

Knurled brass butt cap with waterproof "O" ring seal and compass installed

Satin finished silver frame

Matching maple wood sheath with silver wire inlays and leather belt loop

Military Swords of Japan 1868-1945 Ebony Steel thumb stud with purpleThis well written paperback book is a wealth of information on Japanese swords of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Included are many detailed diagrams and black and white photographs of all parts of the swords, along with wonderful descriptions. Anyone with an interest in Japanese swords after the Samurai era will find this a useful tome. Printed in 1995, 127 pages Near mint condition (there is slight fading on the spine)