Sugu Yari signed Bishū Ju Nobuiyē
Japan
Early Muromachi (1400-1450)
Steel, wood, iron, copper, shibuichi
Nagasa: 68.5; Nakago: 76.1 cm

Double-edged blade, a central ridge on one side and a groove on the second side.
Gunome type tempering line.
Nakago signed “Bishū Ju Nobuiyē”.
Lacquered wooden shaft, signed.
Textured lacquered wooden scabbard with shibuichi medallion

The yari was the main weapon of the samurai; it was used by troops to sever the hamstrings of enemy horses and bring down their riders.

Ref.: 6393

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