As promised in my recent Type 98 feature, here's a bit of a long ramble that hopefully gives some good information about what makes a "Non-Traditionally Made" Showa Era Shin Gunto vs a traditionally made Nihonto, what it might mean for the quality of the sword, and I make some amusing comparisons to modern reproductions.
Note: Despite some favorable comparisons with modern reproductions in terms of steels and forging/finishing methods, there are three things historic originals tend to have over reproductions: Meaty blades (which increases durability), Japanese made (even if not "traditionally"), and, of course, history.
Next up: A look at my unusual Showa Era Type 94.
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