Antique Japanese Tanto, with Tokubetsu Hozon, Papers included.
Shinshinto Sukenaga
Bizen Yokoyama Yokohama
Hozon - Gunome Chijo Midare Late 1800's
This blade is thick like a Yori Doshi (Armor Piercer) with a reverse curve.
Hada is a very tight koitme almost Muji
Baleen wrapped handle with Sakura Motif (Cherry Blossoms)
Mounts are all ensuite (Issaku) in silver and shibuichi with inlays of gold maple leaves.
Solid Silver Rappit Menuki of exquisite detail and workmanship.