Tsuba japanese samurai sword handle protector alloy
here i have for sale is a very interesting item, it is called a Tsuba and was made to fit onto a Japanese samurai sword, or maybe simply made for show.. this Tsuba has a 70mm. diameter, with a thickness of 4mm. it is formed from some form of metal alloys, that is the only information i have, there are no visible markings. In several days time i will be visiting the Royal Armouries in Leeds today is , to find if anyone there can assist in my queries.. many thanks Dave............. ps the 3rd image was taken by me at Leeds Royal Armouries showing some original Tsuba's and a small selection of their Japanese swords.. Read More