Uncertain if a special visitor viewing can be arranged. Prior written request can't hurt. Especially if your doing "research'.. Can't recall if there are any Japanese matchlocks on display. Certainly nothing bolt action
I'd guesstimate that only 50% of the museums holdings are on display at any given moment. We have an amazing collection of Japanese art & in equally astounding collection of Japanese weapons in our Arms & Armor section. If anyone wants to come for a visit & a tour PM me
I can't tell you much more then you already know. It's a WW2 kaigunto navy sword with protective leather saya(scabbard) cover. The blade MIGHT be an older blade. Are there any stamps on tang like an anchor or? If you PM me detailed, clear pics of blade signature I might be able to help find out the makers name & age of blade
Haven't seen one of these before & I had to have it because it's navy http://www.ebay.com/itm/VTG-WWII-JAPANESE-NAVY-SAILOR-KILLED-IN-ACTION-BEREAVEMENT-MEDAL-BADGE-DOCUMENT-/310540202846?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&nma=true&si=7gMsX6u%2F2jMMzXFdocz9%2BDPFj6k%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
I agree! I'm shocked at the bargain price BUT not surprised. Tough economic times & too close to holidays. The breast badge is one of the only medals I've dreamnt of owning. An iconic medal
How'd this one look? Anyone get it ? http://www.ebay.com/itm/JAPANESE-ORDER-OF-THE-CHRYSANTHEMUM-VERY-SCARCE-HIGHEST-ORDER-/181036703932?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&nma=true&si=K7T%2BKuRXf%2FcPXop5JxadpvAtTsE%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
I won this today. Appears to be a navy sweethearts locket with Golden Kite on top. Likely hanging loop is missing. Box is incorrect too. I collect navy/SNLF items so this spoke to me.http://www.ebay.com/itm/120956561844?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Thanks. I'm a daily reader here but rarely post. If anyone wants to see anything in Japanese headgear just ask. Meantime I dont want to interfer with Japanese medals ;)
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