Original Early 17th Century Japanese Handmade Katana Sword with Lacquered Scabbard - Edo Period British Flare Guns The scabbard is also in

The scabbard is also in quite good condition

and has not been refurbished

China Theater (USFCT)

This example is made of high quality brown leather

The motto De oppresso liber is present within the insignia as well

Original Early 17th Century Japanese Handmade Katana Sword with Lacquered Scabbard - Edo Period British Flare Guns The scabbard is also inOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Japanese Katana ( or ) is a sword characterized by a curved, single edged blade with a circular or squared guard and long grip to accommodate two hands. The design is iconic, and probably one of the best known sword styles in the world, easily identifiable even in silhouette. The official term for katana in Japan is uchigatana () and the term katana () often refers to single edged swords from around the world.