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Question: Where do i sell a antique katana and samurai sword in ct?

(Posted by: colin on 2009-10-24 11:14:52)

The smaller katana has a very intricately carved bone handle and sheath..i think its ivory... the samurai sword is huge... 52 " ? any ideas? thanks

Posted by: Floyd on 2009-10-24, 14:46:44

I think the best place would be ebay. You can also call these guys in CT Schick-Wilkinson Sword in Milford, Connecticut (ct) Name: Schick-Wilkinson Sword Street: 10 Leighton Road Milford, ct 06460-3552 Phone: (203) 882-2100

Posted by: mercierarmory on 2009-10-25, 14:21:39

It doesn't sound like a traditional "antique " and might be a tourist souvenir or reproduction. China makes repros that look old, and although I'm not saying yours is, send a few photos around online to find out for sure before taking it to a dealer and either A. him lowballing you on something worth a decent penny or B. getting a sarcastic answer because it is clearly (to him) a fake. If you have time, send me some pics and I will see what I can do to help.