Fujiwara Kiyoto Wakizashi
Basic information
Inscription on the front: From Fujiwara no Kiyoto Dou
Back side: Unmarked
Type: Wakizashi
Mount: None
Period: Unknown
Dimensions and weight
Blade length: 1 shaku 6' (approx. 32.2 cm)
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 29.5 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 6.6 mm
Bend / SORI: 1'5' (approx. 0.5 cm)
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 15.6 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 3.6 mm
Mekugi-ana: 2 pieces
With Saya: 486g
Blade only: 321g
Basic information
Inscription on the front: From Fujiwara no Kiyoto Dou
Back side: Unmarked
Type: Wakizashi
Mount: None
Period: Unknown
Dimensions and weight
Blade length: 1 shaku 6' (approx. 32.2 cm)
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 29.5 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 6.6 mm
Bend / SORI: 1'5' (approx. 0.5 cm)
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 15.6 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 3.6 mm
Mekugi-ana: 2 pieces
With Saya: 486g
Blade only: 321g
Basic information
Inscription on the front: From Fujiwara no Kiyoto Dou
Back side: Unmarked
Type: Wakizashi
Mount: None
Period: Unknown
Dimensions and weight
Blade length: 1 shaku 6' (approx. 32.2 cm)
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 29.5 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 6.6 mm
Bend / SORI: 1'5' (approx. 0.5 cm)
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 15.6 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 3.6 mm
Mekugi-ana: 2 pieces
With Saya: 486g
Blade only: 321g
Sword Description
This Wakizashi is marked 'Fujiwara no Kiyohito Dousaku'. The length of the blade is 1 shaku 6' (approx. 32.2 cm), which is an easy size to handle, but it has a solid construction with an original width of 29.5 mm and an original weight of 6.6 mm. The warp is 1'5' (approx. 0.5 cm), giving the overall shape a graceful, curvaceous beauty.
Special features.
Wakizashi with the inscription of Fujiwara no Kiyohito: a traditional piece of swordsmanship that shows off the skills of the swordsmith.
Practicality and aesthetics: The blade length of 32.2 cm is easy to handle and combines a robust original width with a graceful warp.
Well-preserved balance: the width and weight of the point ensure a well-proportioned shape.
Two eye nail holes: strong and reliable construction.
Recommendations.
As the name 'Fujiwara no Kiyohito Dousaku' suggests, this Wakizashi is of historical value and at the same time of well-balanced form and practicality. The body is of solid construction and the finish is satisfactory for appreciation and collection. Don't miss this great opportunity to appreciate the art and craft of Japanese swordsmanship.
