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Hi,

Found a sword in fairly poor state minus a few bits and pieces in a pawn shop.

I have a strong suspicion that it is Japanese, it has Japanese text on the tang.

Sad that it wasn't in a complete state and has some damage to the tip.

Seems amazingly sharp where the blade is free of corrosion.

I would like to restore it, it gives me the impression that it was made with great care.

Any comments would be gladly accepted.

Please see the attached image.

James