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JAPAN MINI SWORDThis vintage katana letter opener was made in Japan circa 1950s-60s, likely in Seki City. Has a simulated hamon along the blade edge. Acquired from a closed distributor in Seki, Japan who had many original factory sample prototypes.PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
Model: Japan Mini Sword
Condition: This is a vintage factory sample prototype of katana letter openers manufactured in Japan. Original factory edge, with handling wear/aging/rust. Slight stable cracking on sheath
Made in Japan
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: 5.75\"
Blade: 3\" long, Stainless Steel
Handle: Wood
Great vintage find!Standard Collector Value ($40
- $60): The baseline value for well-preserved examples with intact, vibrant hand-painters