Original Muromachi Period Japanese Makura Yari "Pillow Spear" from Bizen Province with Handmade Blade and Scabbard Category_Fusee Spring & Cover It is still retained by

It is still retained by the correct leather washers through the 2 securing loops

The Norris & Clement contract musket was a product of the Samuel Norris and W

The scabbard markings we cannot see

The hallmarks reveal that the top was made in Birmingham in 1915 making this a most attractive item with much research potential offered in excellent condition

Original Muromachi Period Japanese Makura Yari "Pillow Spear" from Bizen Province with Handmade Blade and Scabbard Category_Fusee Spring & Cover It is still retained byOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is something that we have not had before! A yari () a traditionally made Japanese blade (nihonto) in the form of a spear, or more specifically, the straight headed spear. Spears are used throughout the world in different forms, but as with all Japanese edged weapons, they feature handmade blades made from Tamahagane () Steel. There are many different types of Yari, based on the usage, style, size, and so forth.