Fine Art, Arms & Armor, April 6th 2024

RARE LATE EDO PERIOD JAPANESE POLICE USED TSUKUBO MAN CATCHER POLEARM

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Start price: $400

Estimated price: $800 - $1,000

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In Edo period Japan the samurai were in charge of police operations, various levels of samurai police with help from non-samurai commoners used many types of non lethal weapons in order to capture suspected criminals for trial. Historically the tsukub was used as a type of man catcher, usually around 2 meters in length, with a T-shaped head. Total length : 54 5/8", Blade length : 9 3/4" x 13 3/4". ~ . Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]. 24.