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Rich · 13th June 2017, 12:18 PM

I don't think (?) it is Ainu. Most likely a post WWII mount with possibly a good, older blade (can't tell from the pics). Fancy carved mounts were commonly used as gifts or souvenirs for GI's or tourists.

Rich

13th June 2017, 12:18 PM	#2
Rich Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: comfortably at home, USA Posts: 432	I don't think (?) it is Ainu. Most likely a post WWII mount with possibly a good, older blade (can't tell from the pics). Fancy carved mounts were commonly used as gifts or souvenirs for GI's or tourists. Rich