# 17253 on the ricasso and scabbard drag / Blade has a single fuller with light cosmoline still on the surface / Arsenal stamps on the bottom side of the hand guard / Overall size is 38 inches / Blade length 32 3/4 inches / In scabbard 39 inches /Beautiful wooden grips (stamped with a symbol near the pommel on grips ) Additionally number “engraved” on the scabbard… 175–10–2305 / Authentic WW2 era Japanese / Purchased from the grandson of a WWII veteran / Type 32 cavalry sword / Pictures provided for overall condition and quality / Working order
