SWMZ-1025 Swordier 1889 Non Commissioned Officer Guntō (Type 32) Battle Ready Replica

The 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.

Unlike 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.

Built 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.

Whether 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.

Overall Length: 92 cm (36.2 in)
Blade Length: 79 cm (31.1 in)
Grip Length: 11 cm (4.3 in)
Ricasso Width: 3 cm (1.18 in)
Weight (without scabbard): 873 g (1.92 lbs)
Point of Balance: 17 cm (6.7 in) from guard
Blade Material: Spring Steel
Scabbard Material: Steel
Scabbard Finish: Military Green Paint
Construction: Full Tang
Edge: Battle Ready
Historical Inspiration: Japanese Type 32 (1889) Non-Commissioned Officer Guntō

Authentic Military Design

Faithfully reproduces the distinctive profile of the Type 32 Guntō, one of the earliest standardized military swords issued by the Imperial Japanese Army.

Durable Spring Steel Blade

Forged from resilient spring steel, offering excellent toughness and durability while maintaining the handling characteristics expected from a military saber.

Military Green Steel Scabbard

Features a robust steel scabbard finished in military green, replicating the practical field appearance of original service examples.

Excellent Handling

At 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.

A Unique Piece of Japanese Military History

An excellent alternative to the more commonly seen katana and Shin-Guntō reproductions, representing an important chapter in the evolution of Japanese military arms.

The Swordier Difference

At 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.

The 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.