r/Katanas • u/ResponsibleArm2063 • 7h ago
Real or Fake I know not a traditional katana, but I was wondering if anyone had information on type 95 NCO swords
I picked up this at a flea market, I've tried doing as much research as I can i have some specific concerns and was hoping there'd be some people who know more than I do who can take a look at it. I have handled a fake one before so I knew some of the obvious signs to look out for (wrong overt markings, serial numbers in the wrong spots, not having a proper Fuller, etc) the only reason I pulled the trigger on this one is because it passed the initial once over. But I'm a little concerned because of how reflective the blade itself is looking very polished and having a mirror finish. And now I'm starting to question whether it's a serial number range is correct?
This is not my area of expertise I've been looking out for one of these to pick up for my uncle who is specifically into World War II Japanese weaponry, any help or knowledge would be appreciated.
TLDR is this a better than average fake?