{"product_id":"swmz-1025-swordier-1889-non-commissioned-officer-gunto-type-32-battle-ready-replica","title":"SWMZ-1025 Swordier 1889 Non Commissioned Officer Guntō (Type 32) Battle Ready Replica","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Swordier 1889 Non-Commissioned Officer Guntō is a faithful reproduction of one of Imperial Japan's earliest modern military swords. Known to collectors as the Type 32 Guntō, this saber was first adopted in 1889 and became the standard sidearm for cavalry troopers and non-commissioned officers of the Imperial Japanese Army.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the traditional katana carried by officers, the Type 32 reflects Japan's military modernization during the Meiji Era, combining European cavalry saber influences with Japanese military requirements. It remained in service through numerous conflicts and became an iconic symbol of Japan's transition from the age of samurai to a modern military force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt as a fully functional battle-ready sword, the Swordier Type 32 Guntō features a durable spring steel blade, steel guard assembly, and a military-green painted steel scabbard that captures the distinctive appearance of original service weapons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a collector of Japanese militaria, military history enthusiast, reenactor, or sword collector seeking something beyond the traditional katana, this Type 32 Guntō offers a unique and historically significant addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Length: 92 cm (36.2 in)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 79 cm (31.1 in)\u003cbr\u003eGrip Length: 11 cm (4.3 in)\u003cbr\u003eRicasso Width: 3 cm (1.18 in)\u003cbr\u003eWeight (without scabbard): 873 g (1.92 lbs)\u003cbr\u003ePoint of Balance: 17 cm (6.7 in) from guard\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Spring Steel\u003cbr\u003eScabbard Material: Steel\u003cbr\u003eScabbard Finish: Military Green Paint\u003cbr\u003eConstruction: Full Tang\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Battle Ready\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Inspiration: Japanese Type 32 (1889) Non-Commissioned Officer Guntō\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic Military Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaithfully reproduces the distinctive profile of the Type 32 Guntō, one of the earliest standardized military swords issued by the Imperial Japanese Army.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurable Spring Steel Blade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged from resilient spring steel, offering excellent toughness and durability while maintaining the handling characteristics expected from a military saber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilitary Green Steel Scabbard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures a robust steel scabbard finished in military green, replicating the practical field appearance of original service examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent Handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt only 873 grams, the Type 32 is light, agile, and fast in hand. Combined with its 17 cm point of balance, it delivers the lively handling expected from a cavalry saber designed for mounted combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Unique Piece of Japanese Military History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent alternative to the more commonly seen katana and Shin-Guntō reproductions, representing an important chapter in the evolution of Japanese military arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Swordier Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Swordier, we strive to create historically inspired swords that combine authentic design with modern manufacturing standards. Each sword is carefully assembled and inspected to ensure quality, functionality, and attention to historical detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1889 Type 32 Guntō stands as a tribute to a fascinating period of military history, when traditional warrior culture met the demands of the modern battlefield.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45158442729542,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/0782\/2150\/files\/1_ed25df3b-55cd-4313-be5b-d11a72fce626.jpg?v=1781008855","url":"https:\/\/swordier.com\/es\/products\/swmz-1025-swordier-1889-non-commissioned-officer-gunto-type-32-battle-ready-replica","provider":"Swordier Official","version":"1.0","type":"link"}