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Book was brought to the US from Japan in about 1955. Dust cover is very worn, some edges are tattered (Could be partially restored by gluing onto a new dust cover backing). Interior pages are very good, with no markings. Binding is somewhat worn but physically solid.
Includes a comprehensive 23 page list of makers of swords, years in which made, provinces where made, and estimated value of swords at time book was published. A valuable resource for collectors or sellers.
As a bonus, including a copy of The Samurai Sword, A Handbook by John M. Yumoto, second printing 1959. Shown in last two photos of listing.
