Arms, Armor and Militaria

Very good. Blade with some polish and frosty appearance to the etching, showing scattered oxidized discoloration and freckling. Cutting edge with a couple of nicks and chips. Blade to hilt junction tight. Grip with moderate wear and some loss to the wrap. Wire somewhat loose. Scabbard with moderate wear, significant crazing and areas of weakness. A major crease about 6.5" above the drag is very weak. There is a small hole in that area as well. Throat is loose. Scabbard is about .5" too short for the sword to completely seat in it.

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