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.